Can you get paid to care for a family member in Nebraska?

Yes, through 2 programs we verified. In Nebraska, the Medicaid Aged and Disabled Waiver includes a service called LRI Personal Care, which pays a legally responsible person, such as a spouse or the parent of a minor child, to provide personal care. Medicaid personal care can also be provided by independent providers the person chooses. The person receiving care must be on the waiver and meet nursing facility level of care.

Which Nebraska programs pay family caregivers?

Aged and Disabled (AD) Waiver - LRI Personal Care

• Who can be paid: A legally responsible individual, such as a spouse or the parent of a minor child, who provides personal care as an enrolled provider.
• Who qualifies for care: Children and adults on the Nebraska Medicaid Aged and Disabled Waiver who meet nursing facility level of care and have the service in their person-centered plan.

Personal Care / Personal Assistance Services (independent providers)

• Type: Medicaid self-direction
• Who can be paid: Independent providers chosen by the participant. Rules on hiring relatives were not stated on the program page.
• Who qualifies for care: Nebraska Medicaid members with a chronic condition or disability who have an assessed need for help to live at home, and AD Waiver participants (personal care for children starts at age 16).

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?

Ask your Service Coordinator about the requirements for LRI Personal Care before you apply.