Everything you need to understand your options
Official programs, guides, and resources to help families of children with special needs navigate paid caregiving, Medicaid waivers, and support services — across Pennsylvania, Colorado, and Indiana.
Pennsylvania
Fully operational — all 67 counties covered through 8 branch offices.
Live NowKey PA paid caregiving resources
PA Community HealthChoices (CHC)
Pennsylvania's primary Medicaid managed care program for people with physical disabilities. CHC enables family members to self-direct care — including hiring a parent or relative as a paid caregiver — for children who qualify.
PA DHS: Community HealthChoices →PA Family Home Health Aide Program
Pennsylvania recently implemented a Family Home Health Aide program allowing parents to be paid as licensed home health aides caring for their own children with disabilities or complex medical needs.
Kids' Waivers: PA Paid Parent Caregiving →PA Person/Family Directed Support (P/FDS) Waiver
Supports individuals with intellectual disabilities with a cost limit of $41,000 per person per year. Allows self-direction so families can choose and pay a trusted caregiver — including a parent or relative.
PA DHS: HCBS Waivers →PA Caregiver Support Program
Administered by local Area Agencies on Aging, this program provides financial reimbursement for out-of-pocket caregiving costs, respite care, and a dedicated care manager assigned to your household.
PA.gov: Apply for Caregiver Support →How Much Do PA Family Caregivers Get Paid?
A comprehensive breakdown of pay rates under Pennsylvania Medicaid waiver programs — including average hourly rates of $11–$14.50 and factors that affect your specific rate in your area.
FreedomCare: PA Caregiver Pay Guide →Who Qualifies for PA Paid Family Caregiving?
Detailed eligibility criteria for Pennsylvania paid family caregiving programs — Medicaid enrollment, qualifying conditions, caregiver requirements, and how to get started.
FreedomCare: PA Eligibility Guide →
Colorado
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Colorado CHCBS Waiver
Colorado's Children's Home and Community Based Services Waiver for families of children with special needs. Parents can earn starting at $20/hr as certified CNAs.
CO HCPF: CHCBS Waiver →Health First Colorado (Medicaid)
Colorado's Medicaid program. Health First Colorado covers children, families, and individuals who qualify — including comprehensive waiver programs for paid family caregivers.
HealthFirstColorado.com →
Indiana
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Indiana Structured Family Caregiving (SFC)
Indiana's SFC program is one of the most flexible in the country — even spouses can qualify as paid caregivers. Daily Medicaid stipends, training, and coaching included.
IN FSSA: Structured Family Caregiving →Indiana Medicaid (FSSA)
Indiana's Family and Social Services Administration manages Medicaid programs including paid caregiving waivers, HCBS programs, and family support services.
IN.gov: Medicaid Programs →Nationwide guides & references
Can Family Members Get Paid as Caregivers?
A national overview of state Medicaid programs that allow family members — including parents — to be paid caregivers for relatives with disabilities or special needs.
Family Caregiver Alliance →Medicaid.gov — Home & Community Based Services
The federal Medicaid resource for HCBS waivers that enable paid family caregiving in most states — including self-directed care options.
Medicaid.gov: HCBS →