GA

Georgia Non-Medical Home Care Licensing Guide

Personal Care Home / Non-Medical Home Care License

Ga. Comp. R. 111-8-65 · GA Department of Community Health (DCH)

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Application Fee
$250
Processing Time
60–90 days
Required Policies
11 documents
Renewal Period
2 years
Overview

Georgia requires non-medical home care agencies to be licensed by the Department of Community Health under Georgia Compiled Rules 111-8-65. The license covers personal care services provided in the home and must be renewed every two years. Georgia emphasizes consumer protection, worker competency, and detailed service documentation.

Application Requirements
  • ✓Completed DCH home care agency application
  • ✓Proof of Georgia business registration and EIN
  • ✓11 required policy documents
  • ✓Criminal background check policy for all workers
  • ✓Designated administrator with required qualifications
  • ✓Proof of liability insurance ($1M minimum)
  • ✓Consumer rights and disclosure statement
  • ✓$250 non-refundable application fee
Required Policy Documents
  • •Policy 1 – Consumer Rights
  • •Policy 2 – Personnel Policies & Hiring
  • •Policy 3 – Training & Competency Evaluation
  • •Policy 4 – Supervision & Care Coordination
  • •Policy 5 – Emergency & Disaster Preparedness
  • •Policy 6 – Incident Reporting & Investigation
  • •Policy 7 – Complaint & Grievance Resolution
  • •Policy 8 – Service Plan & Agreement
  • •Policy 9 – Criminal Background Check Procedures
  • •Policy 10 – Infection Control & Prevention
  • •Policy 11 – Quality Assurance & Improvement
Step-by-Step Licensing Process
1

Register Your Business in Georgia

Form your legal entity with the Georgia Secretary of State and obtain your EIN from the IRS.

2

Designate a Qualified Administrator

Appoint an administrator who meets DCH qualifications for education and healthcare experience.

3

Prepare Policy Documents

Draft all 11 required policy documents in compliance with Ga. Comp. R. 111-8-65. Our AI tool generates these automatically.

4

Obtain Liability Insurance

Secure general liability insurance with a minimum of $1 million coverage and obtain a certificate of insurance.

5

Submit Application & Fee

Submit the completed application with all policy documents and the $250 fee to the Georgia DCH.

6

Await DCH Review & Inspection

DCH reviews your application and conducts an initial inspection. Processing typically takes 60–90 days.

7

Receive License & Begin Operations

Once approved, you receive your biennial license and can begin providing home care services in Georgia.

Key Regulatory Sections
SectionDescription
§111-8-65-.01Purpose and scope of licensure
§111-8-65-.02Application and licensing requirements
§111-8-65-.03Personnel qualifications and training
§111-8-65-.04Consumer rights and service agreements
§111-8-65-.05Background check and screening requirements
§111-8-65-.06Quality assurance and complaint procedures
Pro Tips
  • 1.Georgia requires a minimum of $1 million in general liability insurance — verify your coverage meets this threshold before applying.
  • 2.The administrator must have a minimum of 2 years of supervisory experience in a healthcare setting.
  • 3.Georgia conducts an initial inspection before issuing the license — ensure your office is set up and policies are accessible.
  • 4.All workers must complete a competency evaluation before providing services — document this in your personnel files.
  • 5.Georgia's complaint resolution policy must include specific timelines for acknowledging and resolving consumer complaints.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
  • ✗Submitting with less than $1 million in liability insurance coverage — Georgia strictly enforces this minimum.
  • ✗Appointing an administrator without verifying they meet the 2-year supervisory experience requirement.
  • ✗Not having a physical office ready for inspection — DCH inspects before issuing the initial license.
  • ✗Missing the competency evaluation documentation for workers — this is a top citation during Georgia inspections.
  • ✗Complaint resolution policies that lack specific response timelines — Georgia requires defined timeframes in writing.

Ready to Start Your Georgia Application?

Our AI-powered tool generates all 11 required policy documents automatically, customized to your agency's details and fully compliant with Ga. Comp. R. 111-8-65.

Disclaimer: This tool assists with application preparation. License approval is determined solely by GA Department of Community Health (DCH).