Quick answer
We haven't confirmed the rules in Alabama yet
- Spouse Not confirmed
- Adult child Not confirmed
1 program to ask about. Start here: Personal Choices (self-directed option).
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Programs that pay family caregivers
Personal Choices (self-directed option)
For people enrolled in an Alabama Medicaid home and community-based waiver (such as Elderly and Disabled, ACT, Technology Assisted, SAIL). Participants use an individual budget to hire and manage their own workers.
Who can be paid?
Can I get paid to take care of my parent in Alabama?
Unverified – the handbook discusses hiring 'a relative or friend' but does not list which relatives qualify.
Can a spouse be paid as a caregiver in Alabama?
Unverified – the Personal Choices handbook does not state a rule on hiring a spouse. Confirm with your Personal Choices counselor.
How to apply
How do I apply in Alabama?
Elderly and Disabled, ACT and Technology Assisted waivers: call your local Area Agency on Aging at 1-877-425-2243. SAIL waiver: Alabama Department of Rehabilitation Services, 1-844-602-7245 (Alabama Medicaid).
Is there a waiting list in Alabama?
Unknown.
Pay and requirements
How much does it pay?
Unknown.
Caregiver requirements
A representative may not be paid and may not be hired as a worker (Personal Choices participant handbook).