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Katie Beckett

The Katie Beckett Deeming Waiver gives Medicaid supports for children with diagnosed disabilities. It is for families who do not qualify for Supplemental Security Income.


Children qualify for the Deeming Waiver based on their needs. Applying for insurance and financial supports takes time, persistence, and expertise. Many families do not qualify the first time they apply; they may then qualify the second time. Talk with families, therapists, and advocates who have been through the process before. They will give the best insight into this process.


Children rejected from the Deeming Waiver can apply for Champions for Children. This financial support also provides financial supports for disabled children living in Georgia.

© 2024 by PEAAK Advisory Board with support by the Organization for Autism Research and Health Resources and Services Administration of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services 

A Note On Language: We use "autistic child" in line with autistic self-advocates. Some prefer "child with autism." We respect everyone's choice.

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