Special Needs Care for Children
In-home care for children with special needs in Georgia
Parents of children with special needs are often doing the work of several people. Finding a sitter who can handle complex routines, communication differences or mobility needs is hard.
CareBridge caregivers work alongside parents, teachers and therapists so your child gets consistent support at home, and so you get time back.
Licensed Georgia private home care provider. Private pay. Serving 9 metro Atlanta counties.
What is included
How our caregivers help
Care plans written with parents and the child’s providers
After-school care and help with homework
Routines, positive behavior support and help with transitions
Feeding and meal support for special diets
Personal care and help moving safely
Rides to therapy appointments and activities
Coordination with IEP teams and therapists when you ask
Respite for parents and attention for siblings
Who it helps
A good fit when
Children ages 2 through 18 with autism, cerebral palsy or Down syndrome
Children with genetic conditions or intellectual disabilities
Families who need reliable after-school or weekend support
Parents who work and need a trained caregiver, not a general sitter
Good to know
We provide non-medical in-home support. Skilled nursing tasks are not part of this service. Care is private pay.
Getting started
What the first week looks like
1
A free consultation with parents to learn your child’s needs, likes and routines
2
A written care plan you approve before care starts
3
A gradual introduction to the caregiver
4
A check-in after the first week
Questions families ask
Special Needs Care for Children: common questions
What ages do you care for?+
We care for children ages 2 through 18. For young adults over 18, see our autism and special needs care page.
Can the caregiver take my child to therapy?+
Yes. Rides to therapy appointments and activities can be included. We confirm transportation details in the care plan.
Are your caregivers background checked?+
Yes. Every caregiver is screened before placement as required for Georgia private home care providers.
How do families pay for care?+
CareBridge is a private pay home care agency. Families pay directly, and we also work with long-term care insurance and veterans benefits where they apply. We do not accept Medicare or Medicaid, including the NOW and COMP waivers.
Where we provide special needs care for children
9 Georgia counties
Our office is in Cumming, in Forsyth County. We serve families across metro Atlanta.
Related care
Families often combine
Autism and Special Needs Care
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Respite Care
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Personal Care and Daily Living Assistance
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Talk to a care coordinator
Tell us what is happening at home. We will listen, answer your questions and give you a written plan and quote. The consultation is free.