Your Care Deserves Compensation
Assisting a relative or friend daily? We help you qualify for a Kansas's Medicaid Waiver or a Grant so you get paid for your caregiving efforts. Contact us now to verify your eligibility and start receiving compensation.
This number and form are for people who care for a loved one and want to get paid for it through Michigan’s Home Help Program. It is not for professional caregiver job applications, MDHHS, DHS, or home repairs.
Key Benefits of Kansas Home Care & Family/Friend Caregivers Funding Programs
Kansas offers several programs that help older adults and people with disabilities receive care at home from someone they trust. These programs can cover in-home support services or provide pay for family and friend caregivers who are already helping with daily needs. Key benefits include:
Pay & Benefits
Get paid and receive benefits for the essential care you provide.
Personalized Support
Access ongoing support and supervision from our clinical team for your caregiving needs.
Maintain Independence
Help your loved ones stay safe and in the comfort of their own homes.
Kansas’ Main Funding Programs For Home Care or Paid Family/Friend Caregiving
Kansas offers several ways to pay a relative or friend for in-home care. Below are the two most common paths: Medicaid waivers and grant-funded programs. Each includes multiple options with different eligibility requirements.
Medicaid Waivers
These programs cover the full cost of approved in-home care for individuals who meet both functional and financial criteria. Common KS waivers include FE, PD, and BI, depending on the person’s needs.
Grant-Funded Programs
For individuals who don’t qualify for Medicaid but may still be eligible for state or federally supported services. Many of these programs are overseen by the Area Agency on Aging (AAA) and may be based on age, care needs, or income.
This number and form are for people who care for a loved one and want to get paid for it through Michigan’s Home Help Program. It is not for professional caregiver job applications, MDHHS, DHS, or home repairs.
How We Can Help
Navigating the enrollment or authorization process can be complex, but we're here to assist you. At Guardian Home Care of KS, we guide you through each coverage or funding option, explain eligibility, and give you the pointers needed so you can focus on providing or receiving care, not getting stuck on paperwork.
Contact us today and let us help you understand which program fits your situation and secure the support your family deserves.
Kansas Medicaid Waivers' Eligibility Criteria To Be Paid As a Family or Friend Caregiver
To hire a relative, friend, or neighbor as a caregiver in Kansas, both the care recipient and the caregiver must meet certain eligibility criteria. Below are the criteria for each.
A) Eligibility Criteria For The Person Receiving Care
The person receiving care must choose in-home care and select their caregiver.
They can either be enrolled in—or become eligible for—a Medicaid waiver that allows self-directed care (such as the FE, PD, or BI waiver), or Guardian Home Care of KS can hire their caregiver directly under an agency-directed model with different oversight and rules.
Their eligibility criteria typically include:
The care seeker must be a Kansas resident
They must be age-eligible, typically 65+ for FE, 16-64 for PD or BI.
The person receiving care must choose in-home care and select their caregiver.
They can either be enrolled in—or become eligible for—a Medicaid waiver that allows self-directed care (such as the FE, PD, or BI waiver), or Guardian Home Care of KS can hire their caregiver directly under an agency-directed model with different oversight and rules.
Their eligibility criteria typically include:
They must have physical or mental limitations that prevent them from performing daily living tasks.
They must complete necessary enrollment and assessment steps through their MCO or case manager.
B) Eligibility Criteria For The Family or Friend Caregiver
The person receiving care must choose in-home care and select their caregiver.
They can either be enrolled in—or become eligible for—a Medicaid waiver that allows self-directed care (such as the FE, PD, or BI waiver), or Guardian Home Care of KS can hire their caregiver directly under an agency-directed model with different oversight and rules.
Their eligibility criteria typically include:
The caregiver must be an adult (18+) who is physically and mentally able to provide care.
They must not be the care recipient’s spouse or legal guardian (with limited exceptions).
To be paid through Medicaid-funded programs, the chosen caregiver must also meet basic eligibility requirements.
In Kansas, a family member, close friend, or trusted individual can qualify as a paid caregiver if they meet the following criteria:
The must pass state-required background checks
They must complete required paperwork for employment or enrollment
Kansas Grant-Funded Programs' Eligibility Criteria To Be Paid As a Family or Friend Caregiver
When someone isn’t eligible for a Medicaid waiver, they may still qualify for paid support through one of the many grant-funded programs overseen by their local Area Agency on Aging (AAA). These programs offer another path for older adults to receive care from a trusted relative or friend.
Not eligible for a Medicaid Waiver
Most programs focus on older adults, typically 64+, depending on the funding source.
The care recipient usually must show that they need help with daily activities, safety, or independence at home.
Eligibility depends on the program services fall under, such as the Older Americans Act (OAA) or the Senior Care Act (SCA), each with its own programs, criteria, and assessments.
What Do Paid Family/Friend Caregivers Actually Do?
If you’re taking care of a loved one and providing any of the services listed below, you may be eligible to receive compensation for your care:
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Medication management (medication reminders, pickup, etc.)
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Companionship
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Meal preparation
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Grocery shopping and pickup (including medication, hygiene products, etc.)
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Transportation to doctor appointments
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Helping with brushing hair, teeth, and other hygienic activities
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Helping to transfer from the bed to a wheelchair, or from a wheelchair to a toilet, etc.
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Helping with walking and mobility
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Light housekeeping or other homemaking tasks
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Bathing, toileting (including incontinence care, etc.)
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Assistance with activities that are part of daily life
Family & Friend Caregiver Support Services We Offer At Guardian Home Care of KS
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Supervising & scheduling family or friend caregivers through the agency-directed model
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Providing training, guidance, and resources to help family caregivers deliver quality care
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Ensuring compliance with state requirements such as background checks and documentation
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Offering benefits to family/friend caregivers working 30+ hours weekly, including medical, dental, vision, disability coverage, PTO, 401k, and overtime pay (with 40+ hours weekly)
Why Choose Guardian Home Care of KS To Support Your Friend/Family Caregiver Journey?
Guardian Home Care of KS helps you get care from someone you already trust. Our team knows the Kansas Medicaid system, the MCOs, and the state-funded programs inside out, so you don’t waste time guessing what to do next.
Several members of our staff have been caregivers themselves, including for loved ones with complex needs. That lived experience shapes how we support you. We don’t just submit forms; we guide you step by step, coordinate with case managers, and make sure your family gets the care and support it’s supposed to receive.
Our Family and Friend Caregiver Support Includes:
Waiver & MCO Coordination
We coordinate with your MCO case manager (Sunflower, UnitedHealthcare Community Plan, or Healthy Blue of Kansas) to help you get started or make a smooth transition to our agency. We assist with forms, assessments, authorizations, and time-sensitive documents so you can focus on caregiving.
Agency-Managed Payroll & Benefits
As your Fiscal Intermediary under the agency-directed model, we handle background checks, onboarding, timesheets, and caregiver pay; while making sure you don’t miss out on lesser-known benefits.
Reliable Caregiver Backups
If the designated caregiver can’t cover certain shifts, we can send a trained, background-checked caregiver from our team to ensure your loved one doesn’t go without care.
Trusted Communication with Professionals
We build bridges; with MCOs, state agencies, and local resources; to resolve issues faster and keep your loved one’s care consistent, respectful, and on track.
This number and form are for people who care for a loved one and want to get paid for it through Michigan’s Home Help Program. It is not for professional caregiver job applications, MDHHS, DHS, or home repairs.
Steps To Receiving Home Care With a Family or Friend Caregiver With Guardian Home Care of KS
Your steps depend on how the care will be funded. Below is a walkthrough for getting started through a Medicaid waiver or through grant-funded care.
Steps To Receiving Home Care Through A Medicaid Waiver In Kansas
Get In Touch With Us
Call or request a callback. We'll listen to your needs and help you understand which services or programs (like FE, PD, BI, or WORK) you may be eligible for.
Apply for KanCare (Kansas Medicaid)
To receive waiver-funded care (including the WORK Program), you must first apply for KanCare, Kansas Medicaid. You can tap or click here to visit KanCare's application page.
Complete a Waiver Eligibility Assessment
Once approved for Medicaid, the state will assign an assessor who'll evaluate your medical and functional needs to determine if you qualify for a waiver. Be sure to name Guardian Home Care of KS as your chosen provider when you speak with them.
Service Authorization From Your MCO
Once you're found eligible, your MCO will authorize services. For WORK participants, authorization and service coordination may go through us as your agency. Let them know that you've chosen Guardian Home Care of KS as your agency, so they can authorize us to begin services.
In-Home Assessment and Intake With Us
Once authorized, we'll schedule a visit to complete paperwork and perform a nurse/admin intake assessment at your home.
Start of Services
After documentation and approvals are finalized, we’ll coordinate directly with your MCO case manager, help with paperwork, and match you with a qualified caregiver—or support the family or friend caregiver you choose.
Steps To Receiving Home Care Through A Kansas Grant-Funded Program
Consultation Call
Call us or request a callback. We’ll learn about your situation and refer you to the right Area Agency on Aging (AAA) based on your county.
AAA Screening & Assessment
Your local AAA (Area Agency on Aging) will conduct a needs assessment and determine if you qualify for programs like: Older Americans Act (OAA) Senior Care Act (SCA) They’ll look at factors like age, functional limitations, and income.
Approval & Care Plan Setup
If you qualify, the AAA will approve services and may help establish a care plan. They will also coordinate with Guardian Home Care of KS as the selected provider.
Start of Services
Once we receive authorization and guidance from the AAA, our team will complete intake paperwork, assign a caregiver, and begin services according to your care plan
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Get in Touch Today
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This number and form are for people who care for a loved one and want to get paid for it through Michigan’s Home Help Program. It is not for professional caregiver job applications, MDHHS, DHS, or home repairs.