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Can you get paid to care for a family member in Indiana?
Last verified October 17, 2026 · All Indiana resources
Yes, through 2 programs we verified. In Indiana, Structured Family Caregiving is a Medicaid waiver service that supports a family caregiver who lives with an older adult or person with a disability. It is offered in Indiana PathWays for Aging (age 60+) and the Health & Wellness waiver. Attendant care and adult family care are also covered. The person receiving care must be on Medicaid and meet a nursing facility level of care.
| Can a spouse be paid? | Not confirmed |
|---|---|
| Can a parent of a minor child be paid? | Not confirmed |
Which Indiana programs pay family caregivers?
Structured Family Caregiving (Indiana PathWays for Aging and Health & Wellness waivers)
- Type: Structured family caregiving
- Who can be paid: A family caregiver who lives with the participant and provides daily care, paid through an enrolled agency. Which relatives qualify is not stated on the state pages reviewed.
- Who qualifies for care: Medicaid members age 60 and older in Indiana PathWays for Aging, or younger adults and children with disabilities on the Health & Wellness waiver, who meet a nursing facility level of care.
Attendant care and adult family care (PathWays and Health & Wellness waivers)
- Who can be paid: Attendant care workers and adult family care caregivers. Rules on which family members can be paid were not confirmed on an official page.
- Who qualifies for care: Members of the PathWays for Aging or Health & Wellness waivers who need help with daily activities.
Are there national programs too?
Yes. Veterans may qualify for VA programs that pay or support family caregivers: Veteran Directed Care and the Program of Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers.
What should you confirm with the state?
Indiana has changed its rules on paying spouses and parents of minor children in recent years, and we could not confirm the current rules on an official page. Ask your care manager or the Division of Aging (1-888-673-0002) before you apply.
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