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When your loved one qualifies for Medicaid, you may not realize that their benefits can go beyond basic medical coverage. Caring for a loved one at home helps Medicaid avoid the higher costs of care facilities, like nursing homes, so many states compensate caregivers for the work they’re already doing to support a…
The Home and Community-Based Options and Person Centered Excellence (HOPE) Waiver is a Medicaid waiver program supporting care for nursing home-eligible individuals in non-nursing home settings with the goal of reducing costs. The program makes it possible for qualifying elderly recipients to remain in community settings, such as their own homes or independent…
Family caregivers improve the quality of life and well-being of their loved ones across Connecticut. They often provide around-the-clock care at home including hands-on support with activities of daily living (ADLs), all while ensuring the health and safety of their loved one. Many caregivers don’t realize they can receive payment and support for…
They depend on you—for compassion, for empathy, for everyday needs. You pour so much of yourself into caring for your loved one, but when it comes time to balance that with your own well-being, it’s easy to push your health and needs to the backburner. If your loved one is a Connecticut resident,…
Medicaid plays a vital role in helping individuals and families access healthcare, especially long-term services and support. But because resources are limited, many Medicaid programs have waitlists—especially those that support in-home services. If you’re navigating this process or helping a loved one, it can feel overwhelming. Whether you’re just getting started or looking…
For family caregivers, it’s crucial to create a community of support and utilize all the programs and resources available to you to improve your caregiver experience. In Massachusetts, the Adult Foster Care Program can be an excellent source of support, but eligibility can sometimes be overwhelming to navigate on your own. “The Massachusetts Adult Foster…
Structured Family Caregiving is a Medicaid program that helps beneficiaries safely remain in their homes, through payments and other support services. “Navigating Georgia Structured Family Caregiving can often seem like a daunting task,” says Melissa Comeau, Careforth’s Director of Care Management. “However, with guidance and support, one can better understand the process, handle…
In this article: Step 1: Determine Your Eligibility for Medicaid’s Self-Directed Services ProgramsStep 2: Enroll in a Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) ProgramStep 3: Determine Whether Your Loved One Is Eligible for Veterans AidStep 4: Determine Whether Your Loved One Has a Long-Term Care Insurance Policy That Provides for Caregiver CompensationStep 5: Determine…
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