Benefits Eligibility Guide

Georgia Government Benefits

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Georgia Benefits Programs

Here are the major programs available to Georgia residents.

Medicaid (Medicaid)

Has not expanded Medicaid

Adults: up to 0% FPL

Children: up to 247% FPL

Pregnant: up to 220% FPL

SNAP (Food Assistance)

Gross income limit: 130% FPL

Net income limit: 100% FPL

Broad-Based Categorical Eligibility (BBCE)

LIHEAP (Energy Assistance)

Income limit: 60% SMI

Helps with heating and cooling costs

CAPS (Childcare)

Income limit: 50% SMI

Subsidized childcare for working families

TANF (Cash Assistance)

Lifetime limit: 48 months

Cash assistance for families with children

WIC (Nutrition)

Income limit: 185% FPL

For pregnant, breastfeeding, and postpartum individuals and children under 5

Georgia Access (ACA)

Marketplace Type: State-Based Exchange

Phone: 1-800-318-2596

Medicare / SHIP Counseling

GeorgiaCares

Phone: 1-866-552-4464

SSI / SSDI

State provides supplemental SSI payment

Phone:

Plus: ACA Health Insurance Subsidies, EITC, Child Tax Credit, SSI, SSDI, Pell Grants, VA Benefits, School Meals, Head Start, and more.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What government benefits am I eligible for in Georgia?

Georgia residents may qualify for programs including Medicaid (Medicaid), SNAP (food assistance), LIHEAP energy assistance, childcare subsidies, tax credits like EITC and CTC, and more. Eligibility depends on your household size, income, and other factors. Use our free screener to check all programs at once.

How do I apply for Medicaid in Georgia?

You can apply for Medicaid online at https://gateway.ga.gov or by calling 877-423-4746. Georgia has not expanded Medicaid. Children may qualify up to 247% FPL and pregnant individuals up to 220% FPL.

How do I apply for SNAP (food stamps) in Georgia?

Apply for SNAP online at https://gateway.ga.gov or call 877-423-4746. Georgia uses Broad-Based Categorical Eligibility, so the gross income limit is 130% of the federal poverty level. Net income must be at or below 100% FPL.