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Are you or a loved one trying to stay at home instead of moving into a nursing facility? Wondering how Medicaid waiver programs like EDWP, CCSP, SOURCE, NOW, or COMP actually work in real life? If you’re feeling confused about eligibility, services, or what steps to take next, you’re not alone. Medicaid waiver services are designed to help seniors and individuals with disabilities receive care in the comfort of their own homes and communities — but understanding the details can feel overwhelming at first. If you’re specifically searching for I/DD waiver services in Atlanta, Georgia, it’s important to understand how programs like NOW and COMP support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in living more independently.

At Citadel Community Health Services, we help families navigate Medicaid waiver services in Atlanta, Georgia, so they can access the support they need while maintaining independence and dignity.

Elderly & Disabled Waiver Program (EDWP)

CCSP (Community Care Services Program): The Community Care Services Program (CCSP) helps frail, elderly individuals stay in their homes or communities instead of moving to a nursing facility. While CCSP is a Medicaid waiver, it is not the same as Medicaid. To receive Medicaid coverage through CCSP, clients must actively receive at least one CCSP service. If services stop, the Medicaid benefit ends as well. Some clients may be required to pay a cost share (co-pay) for their services.

SOURCE (Service Options Using Resources in a Community Environment): Service Options Using Resources in a Community Environment (SOURCE) is a State Plan enhanced primary care case management program that serves frail elderly and disabled beneficiaries to improve the health outcomes of persons with chronic health conditions, by linking primary medical care with home and community-based services.

Services offered by Citadel Community Health Services under CCSP & SOURCE are:

  • Personal Support Services – Offers personal care, medically related transportation, housekeeping and other services as ordered by the Care Management Team.
  • Extended Personal Support Services – Provides in-home respite and assistance with personal care, meal preparation, light housekeeping and home safety.
  • Skilled Nursing – Examples of such services include wound care and medication management.

The NOW waiver program offers services and support to individuals to enable them to remain living in their own or family home and participate or live independently in the community.

The COMP waiver program serves individuals with more intensive needs. These individuals require comprehensive and intensive services and need out-of-home residential support and supervision or intensive levels of in-home services to remain in the community.

We provide the following services under NOW & COMP;

  • Community Living Support (CLS) – In-home and community-based support to develop daily living skills and promote independence.
  • Community Access Individual (CAI) – One-on-one services to build social skills, access the community, and achieve personal goals.
  • Community Access Group (CAG) – Small-group outings and activities that encourage community inclusion and social engagement.
  • RN & LPN Nursing – Skilled nursing for individuals with medical needs, provided in the home by licensed professionals.
  • Specialized Medical Equipment & Supplies – Access to approved medical devices and supplies that support care and quality of life.

Eligibility Screening & Intake Information

If you are a social worker or patient representative and if you live within our service areas, please call us for more information on how to contract services or how to enroll your client or relative to receive services from Citadel Community Health Services. Those outside our service areas should call 1-800-759-2963 for more information on the Community Care Services Program (CCSP) and Service Options Using Resources in a Community Environment (SOURCE).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Medicaid waiver program, and who qualifies for it?
Medicaid waiver programs provide home and community-based services for individuals who are elderly, disabled, or have special health needs. Eligibility varies by program and may require a medical or functional assessment.
How is the CCSP program different from regular Medicaid?
CCSP is a Medicaid waiver program, meaning it provides specific services in the home or community. Unlike standard Medicaid, CCSP benefits require active service participation to remain eligible.
What types of services can I receive through SOURCE?
SOURCE offers case management and home-based services such as personal care, transportation, skilled nursing, and support for individuals with chronic conditions to maintain health and independence.
How do NOW and COMP waivers support independent living?
NOW and COMP waivers provide daily living support, community engagement programs, skilled nursing, and specialized equipment to help participants live safely at home while remaining active in the community.
Can I access nursing care at home through these programs?
Yes. Licensed RNs and LPNs provide skilled nursing care in your home, including medication management, wound care, and other medically necessary services.
Do I need to pay for any services under these programs?
Some programs may require a cost-share or co-pay depending on your eligibility. Our team can help determine your financial responsibility before services begin.
What kind of support can family members expect while a loved one receives services?
Family members often receive guidance, education, and care coordination support from the care team to help manage their loved one’s needs and feel confident in their daily care decisions.

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