You know your child better than anyone. Through the Care Within Reach Parent Caregiver Program, eligible parents, grandparents, and legal guardians can receive a competitive hourly wage for providing the non-skilled care their child needs — all funded through Medicaid at no cost to your family.
Under the Parent Caregiver Program, you become an employee of Care Within Reach. We bill Medicaid for the approved hours of care you provide to your child, and we pay you a competitive hourly wage. It’s that simple.
Call or fill out our form to schedule a no-cost consultation. We will assess your child’s eligibility for the GAPP program.
Our team manages the Medicaid and GAPP application process, working directly with your child’s physician to obtain the necessary orders.
Once approved, you become an employee of Care Within Reach. We handle payroll, taxes, and compliance so you can focus on your child.
You receive a competitive hourly wage for the care you provide, with hours approved based on your child’s individualized care plan.
Earn an hourly wage for the care you are already providing to your child.
The program is fully funded by Medicaid. There is no cost to your family.
Care is provided on a schedule that works for your family’s routine.
Care Within Reach provides training, payroll management, and ongoing clinical oversight.
Your child receives care in the most comfortable, familiar environment — your home.
To be eligible for the Parent Caregiver Program, your child must first be enrolled in the GAPP program. Once enrolled, parents, grandparents, or legal guardians can apply to become a paid caregiver. You do not need to be a licensed nurse or have any prior healthcare experience.
Parent caregivers are typically paid between $10 and $17 per hour, depending on the level of care required. The number of hours you can be paid for is determined by your child’s care plan, which can be up to 42 hours per week.
No, you do not need to be a nurse or have any certifications. We will provide you with the training you need to provide safe and effective care.
Yes, the Parent Caregiver Program is designed to be flexible. You can work around your other commitments.
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Schedule a no-cost consultation today to learn if you and your child are eligible for the Parent Caregiver Program.
Let’s get started with your child’s personalized care plan. Fill out the form below, and our team will contact you within 24 hours.
