š Helping Little Hearts Thrive at Home with GAPP Services šš§ø
- Courtney Middleton
- May 26
- 2 min read

Caring for a medically fragile child takes love ā¤ļø, patience š¤, strength šŖ, and support every single day. We understand that balancing your childās medical needs with everyday life can feel overwhelming for families.
Thatās why we are so excited to announce that The Southern Touch Home CareĀ is now proudly offering Georgia Pediatric Program (GAPP)Ā services. Proudly serving families throughout Richmond County, Columbia County, and nearby communities in the CSRA! šš©ŗš¶
Our mission is simple:⨠To provide compassionate, dependable care that helps children remain safe, comfortable, and happy at home with the people who love them most.
š” What Is GAPP?
The Georgia Pediatric Program (GAPP)Ā is a Medicaid-funded program that provides in-home skilled nursing and personal care services for medically fragile children and young adults under 21. š§øš
GAPP helps families receive the support they need while allowing children to stay in a familiar, loving home environment š”āØ
𩺠Skilled Nursing Services
GAPP may provide skilled nursing care for children who need support with:
š Medication administration
š¼ Feeding tube support
šØ Oxygen monitoring
š§ Seizure monitoring
𩹠Tracheostomy care
ā¤ļø Chronic condition management
š Ongoing nursing assessments
š§ø Personal Care Services
Personal care services may help children who need assistance with:
š Bathing and grooming
š½ļø Meal assistance
š¶ Mobility support
š§© Daily living activities
š Safety supervision
š Redirection and companionship
Every child is unique š, which is why every care plan is personalized to fit the specific needs of the child and family.
š¤ How The Southern Touch Home Care Helps Families
We know the GAPP process can sometimes feel confusing or stressful šš, but you are not alone.
Our team is here to guide and support families every step of the way š
We help by:
ā Assisting with GAPP eligibility
ā Helping gather required paperwork
ā Coordinating with doctors and healthcare providers
ā Supporting families through the enrollment process
ā Matching children with compassionate caregivers and nurses
ā Providing ongoing communication and personalized support
Our goal is to make the process easier so families can focus on what matters most ā their child šš¶
š Why Families Choose The Southern Touch Home Care
At The Southern Touch Home Care, we believe care should feel personal š”š
Families trust us because:
š We provide personalized care plans
š Our caregivers are compassionate and dependable
š We believe communication matters
š We focus on dignity, safety, and comfort
š We treat every child like family
š We proudly serve families throughout Augusta, GA, and surrounding counties.
⨠Where Heartfelt Care Meets Southern Hospitality āØ
We are honored to support medically fragile children and their families by bringing compassionate care directly into the home š”š©ŗš
š Ready to Learn More About GAPP?
If you believe your child may qualify for GAPP services or would simply like more information, we are here to help every step of the way š
š 706-993-0954




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