Qualifying Family Caregiver Payment

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To qualify a family member as a paid caregiver in Florida, the elderly person must need assistance with daily activities and meet income and asset limits. Programs like PACE and Consumer Directed Care Plus (CDC+) can help. The Assisted Living Waiver does not directly pay family members. For specific advice, consult an elder law attorney or contact Floridas Legal Aid Service or the Florida Bars Lawyer Referral Service.

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Yes the family member has been a caretaker for past 2 years but it seems now the elder has more than the * or so allowed to qualify for Medicaid but has Medicare. What to do to get relative paid for their busy time helping the elderly. What options please?
In Florida, if the elder has Medicare, they may qualify for the "Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly" (PACE). This program helps elders live independently at home while receiving care. Other options could be:
- Private payment arrangements
- Long-term care insurance
- Veterans Aid & Attendance benefits
- Assisting Living Waiver program
Please consult an elder law attorney for specific advice.
What is assisted living waver I. Florida and will that pay relative to care for elderly and get paid?
The Assisted Living Waiver in Florida is a Medicaid program that helps eligible seniors reside in assisted living facilities. However, it doesn't directly pay family members for caregiving. To explore payment for family caregivers, consider the "Consumer Directed Care Plus" program. Please consult an elder law attorney for specifics.
What is consumer directed care plus and where to find attorney affordable
Consumer Directed Care Plus (CDC+) is a Florida Medicaid program which allows individuals to hire, fire, and manage their own caregivers, potentially including family members. To find an affordable attorney, consider contacting Florida's Legal Aid Service or the Florida Bar's Lawyer Referral Service.
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