Money Follows the Person (MFP) Waiver

The Money Follows the Person (MFP) Waiver helps individuals transition from institutional settings (such as nursing homes or hospitals) back into their own homes or community-based settings.

Program Eligibility

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For Care Recipients

  • Be a Medicaid beneficiary
  • Have lived in a Medicaid-approved institution (i.e. hospitals, psychiatric residential treatment facilities, nursing homes or other long-term care facilities)
  • Meet the institutional level of care
  • Transition to a qualified residence
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For Caregivers

  • Family members (except spouses/legal guardians) may qualify as paid caregivers.
  • Must complete required caregiver training and pass background screenings.
  • Should be able to provide assistance with daily living activities to the participant.
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Services Covered

Service Transition Coordination
Transition Coordination

Assistance with moving from a facility to a home setting

Service Home Modifications
Home Modifications

Installing ramps, grab bars, or widening doorways for accessibility

Service Utility & Security Deposits
Utility & Security Deposits

Helping set up utilities and rent deposits

Service Skilled Nursing & Respite Care
Skilled Nursing & Respite Care

In-home medical and non-medical care

Service Caregiver Training & Support
Caregiver Training & Support

Resources and education for family caregivers

Service Transportation Assistance
Transportation Assistance

Support for medical appointments and daily needs

Testimonials

The MFP program helped my father return home after years in a nursing facility. Now he receives care in a familiar and comfortable environment.

Testimonials Author Mark R.

Mark R.

Savannah, GA

Thanks to MFP, I can take care of my mom at home and be paid for my caregiving efforts.

Testimonials Author Jennifer L.

Jennifer L.

Atlanta, GA

MFP gave me the resources I needed to regain my independence and live in my own home again.

Testimonials Author Robert T.

Robert T.

Augusta, GA

Join Our MFP Waiver Program

Contact us today to learn more about our MFP Waiver and have our team guide you through the enrollment process.