ICWP Services in Albany, Macon, and Loganville Georgia

Independent Care Waiver Program (ICWP) – Helping Adults with Disabilities Live Independently at Home

At Compassionate Keepers Home Care, we are honored to support individuals with physical disabilities or traumatic brain injuries through Georgia’s Independent Care Waiver Program (ICWP). Based in Albany, Georgia, we provide high-quality in-home care services that help our clients live with dignity, safety, and independence in their own homes, not in nursing facilities.

What Is the ICWP Program?

The ICWP (Independent Care Waiver Program) is a Medicaid waiver program in Georgia that offers community-based services for eligible adults with severe physical disabilities or traumatic brain injuries (TBI). The goal of ICWP is to help individuals avoid institutional care and remain in the community with the right support in place.

This waiver is designed to provide services that enable clients to perform daily tasks, manage their health, and live independently, while reducing the need for long-term facility placement.

Who Is ICWP Designed to Help?

ICWP is intended for Georgia residents who:

Are between the ages of 21 and 64
Have a severe physical disability or traumatic brain injury (TBI)
Require a level of care equivalent to that of a nursing home or rehabilitation hospital
Are eligible for full Medicaid benefits
Have the ability to direct their own care or have a representative who can

Common qualifying diagnoses include:

Spinal Cord Injury
Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
Muscular Dystrophy
Stroke
Amputations
Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
Neurological disorders limiting mobility or daily function

Services Covered by the ICWP Waiver

The ICWP provides a range of in-home and community-based services, including:

Personal Support Services (bathing, dressing, toileting, grooming)
Skilled Nursing Services
Home Care Services
Medical Equipment and Supplies
Emergency Response Systems
Personal Emergency Response Training
Case Management and Support Coordination
Respite Care for Family Caregivers

These services are tailored to help individuals perform activities of daily living (ADLs), manage their health needs, and remain safely in their homes.

How Compassionate Keepers Can Help

At Compassionate Keepers Home Care, we specialize in personalized, reliable care for adults with disabilities through the ICWP in Albany, GA. Our team is passionate about empowering individuals to live life on their own terms—with the care and respect they deserve.

We offer:

Support with ICWP application and eligibility navigation
A trained team of caregivers and nursing professionals
Customized care plans based on individual needs and physician recommendations
Coordinated care with medical providers and case managers
Reliable, compassionate care that promotes independence and safety

How to Qualify for the ICWP Program

To be considered eligible for the ICWP Waiver in Georgia, an individual must:

Be 21-64 years old
Be a Georgia resident
Be eligible for full Medicaid
Have a severe physical disability or TBI
Require the level of care typically provided in a nursing facility
Be able to live safely in the community with available supports
Be able to self-direct care or have a legal representative to assist

Get the Support You Need Today

If you or someone you love is living with a disability and may qualify for the ICWP Waiver in Albany, Macon and Loganville, Georgia, reach out to Compassionate Keepers Home Care today. We’re here to help you navigate the process and provide the expert care needed to remain safe, independent, and comfortable at home.

Service Areas 📍 ICWP Service Areas

We bring high-quality memory care directly into homes across:

Albany, Georgia

Serving Dougherty, Lee, Terrell, and Worth counties

Macon, Georgia

Covering Bibb, Houston, Monroe, Jones, Peach, and surrounding counties

Loganville, Georgia

Serving Walton, Gwinnett, Barrow, Newton, and nearby communities

📍 Albany Office: 506 Pine Avenue, Albany, GA 31701

📍 Macon Office: 2607 Vineville Ave. Suite 106, Macon, GA 31204

📍 Loganville Office: 866 Harmony View SW, Dr. Loganville, Ga 30052