Home Help Program

Through this program, Medicaid recipients can receive essential in-home personal care services, including:

To qualify for the Home Help Program, individuals must:

Be a resident of Michigan with active Medicaid (assistance is available for Medicaid application if needed)
Require help with at least one Activity of Daily Living (ADL) due to medical conditions, disability, or cognitive impairment
Live at home (some individuals in assisted living or group home settings may also qualify)

Caregivers must:

Important restrictions:

Spouses cannot be paid caregivers under the program.
Parents cannot be paid caregivers for children under 18.

Reach out to apply for the Home Help Program. We will confirm eligibility, explain the process, and guide you step by step.

Select a trusted family member or loved one to provide care. We handle onboarding, paperwork, and all program requirements.

You receive quality in-home care through the Home Help Program, while your caregiver is paid reliably and on time through the program.

Can I hire my spouse as my caregiver?

No. Spouses are not eligible to be paid caregivers.

Can parents care for their children?

Parents cannot be paid caregivers for minors under 18. Once the child turns 18, they may qualify.

How long does approval take?

MDHHS typically provides a decision within 45 days, though it may take longer if documents are missing.

How are caregivers paid?

Payments are issued weekly, usually by direct deposit.

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