Medicaid can pay you to care for a family member
Most states have Medicaid programs that pay family caregivers. Consumer-directed care, self-directed waivers, and more — check your eligibility in minutes.
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Programs that pay family caregivers
Medicaid offers multiple pathways for family members to get paid for the care they already provide.
Consumer-Directed Care
Choose your own caregiver — including family members — and Medicaid pays them directly.
Self-Directed Waivers
Manage your own care budget and hire family as paid caregivers through Medicaid waiver programs.
Medi-Cal / IHSS
California's Medicaid program pays in-home caregivers up to $54,000/year through IHSS.
Home & Community Waivers
Medicaid waiver programs in most states that pay family members to provide home-based care.
Available in most states
Each state runs its own Medicaid caregiver programs. We check every one that applies to your situation.
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