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Several organizations in Florida offer free legal advice for seniors. To qualify for Medicaid, you must be a Florida resident, need health care/insurance assistance, and meet financial criteria. For compensating a relative who is a caretaker, consider a Personal Care Agreement or Medicaids Cash and Counseling Program. Florida has a similar program called Consumer Directed Care Plus (CDC+), allowing participants to hire their own caregivers, including family members. For more details, visit the Florida Medicaid website.

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Yes Florida. Legal advice needed to see how to get money to pay for a relative who has been a caretaker and maybe how to qualify for planning to go on Medicaid?
To qualify for Medicaid in Florida, you should:
- Be a resident of Florida
- Need health care/insurance assistance
- Have financial situation meeting certain standards
For paying a relative who is a caretaker, consider:
- Personal Care Agreement
- Medicaid's Cash and Counseling Program
Consult a lawyer for specific advice.
What is Medicaid cash and counseling please
Medicaid's Cash and Counseling program is designed to allow participants to manage their own care. Features include:
- Recipients get a flexible budget for services.
- They can hire their own workers, including family members.
- They can purchase items that improve their life quality.
This program isn't available in all states.
Is program available in Florida?
Yes, Florida does have a similar program known as the "Consumer Directed Care Plus (CDC+) Program." This program allows participants to hire their own caregivers, including family members. For more details, you can visit the Florida Medicaid's website.
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