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Augusta, GA · Georgia CCSP / SOURCE Waivers

Medicaid Nursing Home & Assisted Living — Augusta, GA

Medicaid nursing home coverage in Augusta includes room, board, and skilled care when eligible — unlike assisted living. Use our nursing home ratings tool to compare CMS star scores for facilities in Augusta.

Assisted living in Augusta averages ~$3,600/month (near the GA state average of ~$3,833). Georgia CCSP / SOURCE Waivers may cover care services for eligible residents, but room and board typically remains private pay. Georgia Community Care Services Program (CCSP) provides HCBS waiver services.

Georgia helpline: 1-866-552-4464

Key limits (screening estimates)

  • Income: ~$2,829/mo
  • Assets: ~$2,000 individual

Georgia program notes

  • Georgia Community Care Services Program (CCSP) provides HCBS waiver services.
  • SOURCE serves frail elderly and disabled adults in community settings.
  • Room and board in assisted living typically remains private pay.

Next steps in Augusta

  1. Call Georgia Aging and Disability Resource Connection at 1-866-552-4464.
  2. Apply for Medicaid through Georgia DFCS.
  3. Ask communities about CCSP/SOURCE participation.

AllyKin Affordability Gap Index

Medicaid vs Assisted Living Cost in Augusta

Avg assisted living

$3,600/mo

Georgia CCSP / SOURCE Waivers income limit

$2,829/mo

Affordability gap

1.3×

1.3× Medicaid income limit — verify waiver slots

Assisted living in Augusta ($3,600/mo) is roughly 1.3× the Georgia CCSP / SOURCE Waivers income limit (~$2,829/mo). Some families may qualify for waiver-covered care services, but room and board in assisted living typically remains private pay.

Annual AL cost equals ~15.3 months of the Medicaid income screening limit. Limits are estimates — verify with Georgia Medicaid caseworker.

No phone number required. This screening tool is 100% free and private. Results are educational only — not legal or financial advice.

Program: Georgia CCSP / SOURCE Waivers

Typical Georgia screening limits: income ~$2,829/mo · assets ~$2,000 individual

FAQs — Augusta

Does Medicaid pay for nursing homes in Augusta, GA?

Yes — Georgia Medicaid (Georgia CCSP / SOURCE Waivers) covers skilled nursing facility room, board, and care for eligible residents. Income limit ~$2,829/mo, assets ~$2,000, and a 60-month look-back apply statewide. Medicaid nursing home coverage in Augusta includes room, board, and skilled care when eligible — unlike assisted living. Use our nursing home ratings tool to compare CMS star scores for facilities in Augusta.

How do I qualify for Medicaid nursing home care in Augusta?

Meet Georgia CCSP / SOURCE Waivers income and asset limits, pass the 60-month look-back review, and receive a level-of-care assessment confirming nursing-facility need. Call Georgia Aging and Disability Resource Connection at 1-866-552-4464. Compare CMS star ratings for Augusta nursing homes before choosing a facility.

Does Medicaid pay for assisted living in Augusta, GA?

Georgia's Georgia CCSP / SOURCE Waivers may cover care services for eligible residents in participating communities. Room and board in standard assisted living is usually private pay. At ~$3,600/mo local AL cost, waivers often cover care hours — not housing. Use our free checker below.

What is the Medicaid income limit in Augusta?

Statewide screening limit is approximately $2,829/month for individuals and $2,000 in countable assets. Augusta does not have separate limits — Georgia CCSP / SOURCE Waivers rules apply across Georgia.

What Medicaid waivers help with assisted living in Georgia?

Georgia Community Care Services Program (CCSP) provides HCBS waiver services. SOURCE serves frail elderly and disabled adults in community settings. Call 1-866-552-4464 for county-specific guidance.

How many assisted living facilities in Augusta accept Medicaid?

The Augusta area has approximately 26 licensed communities. Not all accept Georgia CCSP / SOURCE Waivers waiver residents — always verify participation and waitlist status before touring.

What are the next steps to apply for Georgia CCSP / SOURCE Waivers in Augusta?

Call Georgia Aging and Disability Resource Connection at 1-866-552-4464. Apply for Medicaid through Georgia DFCS. Ask communities about CCSP/SOURCE participation.

Can I afford assisted living in Augusta while on Medicaid?

Assisted living in Augusta averages ~$3,600/month (near the GA state average of ~$3,833). Georgia CCSP / SOURCE Waivers may cover care services for eligible residents, but room and board typically remains private pay. Georgia Community Care Services Program (CCSP) provides HCBS waiver services.

Sources & methodology

Cost estimates, demographics, and safety data are compiled from government sources. Verify current figures with official portals before making care decisions.

Editorial & data notice

Reviewed against Georgia Medicaid agency published rules. AllyKin is not a government agency — always confirm eligibility with your state Medicaid office. Questions: help@allykin.com. See our transparency report.