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Yes, family members in Arizona can be compensated for providing care to other family members. The Arizona Long-Term Care System (ALTCS) and Self-Directed Attendant Care are two programs that allow family members to be paid caregivers. These programs are part of Arizona’s Medicaid system and offer financial assistance to those who need long-term care services. Here’s a more detailed explanation: • ALTCS: This program provides long-term care services to eligible individuals, including those with disabilities or seniors. Family members can become paid caregivers through ALTCS, but the care recipient must meet the program’s eligibility criteria, including needing assistance with daily living activities and having limited financial resources. • Self-Directed Attendant Care: This program allows individuals to choose their own caregivers, including family members, and manage their care services. It’s an option within ALTCS for those who live in their homes and need assistance with daily tasks. • Eligibility: The care recipient must meet specific eligibility criteria for both ALTCS and Self-Directed Attendant Care, including having limited financial resources and needing assistance with daily activities. • How to Become a Paid Caregiver: Once the care recipient is approved for ALTCS, you can request to become their paid family caregiver, and the agency will train and pay you as if you were an employee. • Financial Assistance: The program provides financial assistance to cover the costs associated with caregiving, helping families to better manage the responsibilities. • Benefits: Paid family caregivers can receive training, guidance, and support from the program, as well as financial compensation for their efforts. • Example: In some cases, an adult child might be paid to provide care for a parent who is eligible for ALTCS and chooses to use the benefit for in-home care. • VA Caregiver Support Program: The Program of Comprehensive Assistance for VA Family Caregivers (PCAFC) also provides a stipend and other support to family caregivers of veterans who were injured or became ill in the line of duty.
