07/22/2024
MEMORADUM
TO: K12 Curriculum Directors
FROM: April Aldridge, Ed. D. Deputy Superintendent of Teaching and Learning
SUBJECT: PeachCare for Kids Information
DATE: July 18, 2024
Who: District Curriculum Directors
What: After recent redeterminations for Medicaid that ended in May, many students may have lost healthcare coverage, leaving them without necessary medications and treatment. PeachCare for Kids is a medical assistance program that provides health care coverage for children in low-income families in Georgia. PeachCare and Medicaid currently provide over 1.9 million children with healthcare benefits that include primary, preventative, behavioral health, specialist, dental, and vision care and, for little to no cost, can help students and families who might find themselves without coverage.
When: During back-to-school events like Open House, registration, etc. Families need access to information regarding PeachCare now. Communicating the availability and links for application as soon as possible could provide families with life-saving information.
How: Schools and districts can share the links and resources below with parents. These links offer information, guidance, and application resources.
Program Information: PeachCare for Kids® | Georgia Department of Community Health
PeachCare for Kids® Income and Eligibility Criteria: https://dch.georgia.gov/peachcare-kids/eligibility-criteria
To apply for health care benefits: https://gateway.ga.gov/access/
To download English flyers: https://dch.georgia.gov/document/document/pck-outreach-english-flyer/download
To download Spanish flyers: https://dch.georgia.gov/document/document/pck-outreach-spanish-flyer/download
To request Outreach Supplies: PeachCare for Kids® Outreach | Georgia Department of Community Health
PeachCare for Kids® is available for children age 18 and under (eligible until 19th birthday) in families who meet the following criteria:
