Quick answer
Likely yes in South Dakota, but not yet confirmed on an official page
- Spouse Likely yes
- Adult child Likely yes
1 program to ask about. Start here: HOPE Waiver – Structured Family Caregiving.
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Programs that pay family caregivers
HOPE Waiver – Structured Family Caregiving
A family caregiver who lives with the participant is paid through an agency that provides training and coaching.
Who can be paid?
Can I get paid to take care of my parent in South Dakota?
Reported yes.
Can a spouse be paid as a caregiver in South Dakota?
Reported yes through Structured Family Caregiving – per SD DHS 'Paid Family Caregiver' page and provider provisions as summarized. The caregiver must live in the same home, be the primary daily caregiver, and pass a background check. The agency must pass at least 50% of the reimbursement to the caregiver.
How to apply
How do I apply in South Dakota?
See SD DHS 'Paid Family Caregiver'.
Is there a waiting list in South Dakota?
Unknown.
Pay and requirements
How much does it pay?
Agency must pass at least 50% of reimbursement to the caregiver (reported, SD DHS provider provisions). Amounts unknown.
Caregiver requirements
Background check and training/coaching (SD DHS SFC provider provisions).