Missouri offers two ways to get paid as a family caregiver.
1. Consumer Directed State Plan Personal Care Program: enables elderly and/or disabled adults who require nursing facility level of assistance to receive care at home. This program pays friends and certain family members for providing personal care services.
Program Requirements
Contact Number: 855-373-4636 (Missouri Department of Social Services Family Support Division)
2. Missouri Independent Living Waiver: is designed to help elderly and disabled adults receive care at home. This program allows and pays for care recipients to choose their caregivers. Other services include: environmental accessibility adaptations and case management.
Program Requirements
Contact Number: 573-751-3425 (Missouri HealthNet Division)
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