Enrollment & Process
Step-by-Step Guide to Applying for Georgia’s Structured Family Caregiving (SFC) Program
12 Jan 2026 • Georgia
If you’re caring for a loved one in Georgia, the Structured Family Caregiving (SFC) program can provide bi-weekly, tax-free stipends and professional support. This guide spells out who qualifies, how much caregivers may earn, and exactly how to move from first call to first payment.
What Is SFC in Georgia?
SFC is a Georgia Medicaid benefit that pays family caregivers to provide daily care at home, helping individuals avoid institutional care. Along with a stipend, SFC includes training, case-management, and nurse oversight.
Who Can Be a Paid Caregiver?
- 18+ and lives with the participant
- Provides full-time care (no outside job)
- Not the participant’s legal guardian
- Must be a family member (excluding spouses) or trusted individual
- Complete required state training
- Reside in the same household as the care recipient
Who Can Receive Care?
- Georgia Medicaid enrolled (or eligible)
- Require assistance with at least two ADLs (e.g., bathing, dressing, mobility)
- Lives with the caregiver
- Completes a professional care assessmen
