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Can you get paid to care for a family member in New Jersey?
Last verified October 17, 2026 · All New Jersey resources
Yes, through one program we verified. In New Jersey, Medicaid (NJ FamilyCare) members who need ongoing personal care at home can get Personal Care Assistant services through their managed care plan. We could not confirm on an official page whether a family member can be the paid caregiver, so ask the plan before you apply.
| Can a spouse be paid? | Not confirmed |
|---|---|
| Can a parent of a minor child be paid? | Not confirmed |
Which New Jersey programs pay family caregivers?
Personal Care Assistant (PCA) services (NJ FamilyCare / MLTSS)
- Who can be paid: Qualified personal care staff. Whether relatives can be paid was not confirmed on an official page.
- Who qualifies for care: NJ FamilyCare (Medicaid) members who need ongoing help with health-related personal care at home; services are arranged through the member's managed care organization, or fee-for-service if not yet enrolled in one.
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?
We could not confirm on an official page whether relatives, spouses or parents can be paid in New Jersey. Ask your NJ FamilyCare managed care plan or the Division of Disability Services.
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