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New York State’s Best Elderly Care Services Agency

See why over 65,000 New Yorkers have chosen the FreedomCare® home care agency to have a family member or friend get paid to care for a loved one in need. Benefits include:

  • 21% Lower Hospitalization Rate
  • 97% Customer Satisfaction
  • 5,000+ 5-Star Reviews

Who is eligible for New York’s #1 Medicaid home services care program?

You are likely
eligible if you…

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Live in New York
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Need help with day-to-day activities
Due to government regulations, Medicare is NOT enough.
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*Full eligibility is completed through a quick application to get started. Caregiver eligibility may vary by state of residence per requirements and regulations.

This program is also available in ALL 62 COUNTIES OF NEW YORK STATE.

Over 5,000 5-Star Ratings for excellence in family home care

Real People, Real Changes

Patricia Charles
New York, NY

“Best program ever”

I’ve had aides in the past, but it always ended badly. This is one of the best programs ever. I’m so happy that my niece is helping me.

Richard Branker
Long Island, NY

“Mom is getting stronger, and it feels so good”

We brought in a couple of aides for my mother, but I could tell she wasn’t happy. Now I get to care for Mom daily — and she’s smiling and laughing. I feel really good, knowing she’s getting stronger each day.

Elizabeth Salley
Brooklyn, NY

“Her face lit up!”

It was hard, because I didn’t want to leave my mom at home – I was scared she’d leave the stove on or get hurt. And you only get one mother. Now I get to have a job AND care for my mom at once. It’s literally PERFECT.

Am I Eligible?

Getting care you trust is simple as 1 – 2 – 3.

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1. Get Assessed

You fill out this form and send in some paperwork. Then a nurse will reach out to determine how many weekly hours of care you can get with CDPAP (Consumer Directed Personal Assistance Program).

2. Choose a Caregiver

You choose a caregiver you love: your daughter, son, relative, or friend. We schedule an orientation call to finalize your enrollment.

3. You Get Care – They Get Paid

You get care you can trust, your family member or friend gets paid instantly, and everyone gets peace of mind. Win-win!

Am I Eligible?

Hire a family member or friend to care for you — and Caregivers get paid right after their shift!

We pay on time, every time.

Am I Eligible?

CDPAP NY: Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Consumer Directed Personal Assistance Program (CDPAP) in New York?

CDPAP is a healthcare program established by the New York State Department of Health that allows individuals eligible for Medicaid and in need of home care services to hire, train, supervise, and even terminate their personal assistant (caregiver).

Who is eligible for CDPAP?

To qualify for CDPAP, an individual must be a resident of New York State, be eligible for Medicaid, require assistance with activities of daily living due to physical or cognitive impairments, and be self-directing or have a designated representative who can make decisions on their behalf.

How does CDPAP work?

The process of enrolling in CDPAP starts with a visit from a registered nurse, who evaluates the applicant’s medical needs and determines the number of hours of care required. The patient then selects and hires a personal assistant, who must undergo a health screening, and complete necessary paperwork. Upon approval, the personal assistant begins providing services under the patient’s supervision.

Can family members be hired as personal assistants?

Yes, one of the unique features of CDPAP is that consumers can hire a family member, friend, or neighbor as their personal assistant, provided the assistant meets the program’s eligibility criteria.

How are CDPAP personal assistants paid?

CDPAP personal assistants are paid directly through the Medicaid program. The hourly wage depends on the region and is usually competitive with other home care options.

Trust FreedomCare with Your CDPAP NY Needs

FreedomCare is a CDPAP agency in New York that specializes in providing Consumer Directed Personal Assistance Program (CDPAP) services. As a fiscal intermediary for CDPAP, FreedomCare assists eligible Medicaid recipients in New York with managing their home care needs by hiring and paying for a personal caregiver of their choice, including family members, friends, or neighbors.

FreedomCare offers a range of services to help consumers and their caregivers navigate the CDPAP program, including:

  • Guidance and Support
  • Payroll Management
  • Compliance
  • Training Resources

FreedomCare is known for its user-friendly approach and dedication to improving the quality of life for individuals in need of home care services.

Can I use CDPAP and Medicare for a family caregiver in NY?

CDPAP (Consumer Directed Personal Assistance Program) is a Medicaid-funded program, and Medicare does not cover this program. However, if you are eligible for both Medicaid and Medicare, you can use your Medicaid benefits for CDPAP and your Medicare benefits for other services.

Here’s a breakdown of how you can use both:

  • CDPAP (Medicaid Funded): If you qualify for Medicaid, you can use the CDPAP program to hire a family caregiver who can assist you with activities of daily living or other healthcare needs. The family caregiver can be compensated for their work through the CDPAP program.
  • Medicare: Medicare can be used to cover a wide range of healthcare services, including hospital stays, physician services, and prescription drugs. It does not cover long-term home care services like CDPAP.

If you have both Medicare and Medicaid (dual-eligible), you can use your Medicaid benefits for the CDPAP program and your Medicare benefits for other healthcare services.

What is CDPAP?

What is the Consumer Directed Personal Assistance Program (CDPAP) in New York?

CDPAP is a healthcare program established by the New York State Department of Health that allows individuals eligible for Medicaid and in need of home care services to hire, train, supervise, and even terminate their personal assistant (caregiver).

CDPAP Eligibility

Who is eligible for CDPAP?

To qualify for CDPAP, an individual must be a resident of New York State, be eligible for Medicaid, require assistance with activities of daily living due to physical or cognitive impairments, and be self-directing or have a designated representative who can make decisions on their behalf.

How does it work?

How does CDPAP work?

The process of enrolling in CDPAP starts with a visit from a registered nurse, who evaluates the applicant’s medical needs and determines the number of hours of care required. The patient then selects and hires a personal assistant, who must undergo a health screening, and complete necessary paperwork. Upon approval, the personal assistant begins providing services under the patient’s supervision.

Who can I hire?

Can family members be hired as personal assistants?

Yes, one of the unique features of CDPAP is that consumers can hire a family member, friend, or neighbor as their personal assistant, provided the assistant meets the program’s eligibility criteria.

CDPAP Pay

How are CDPAP personal assistants paid?

CDPAP personal assistants are paid directly through the Medicaid program. The hourly wage depends on the region and is usually competitive with other home care options.

FreedomCare

Trust FreedomCare with Your CDPAP NY Needs

FreedomCare is a CDPAP agency in New York that specializes in providing Consumer Directed Personal Assistance Program (CDPAP) services. As a fiscal intermediary for CDPAP, FreedomCare assists eligible Medicaid recipients in New York with managing their home care needs by hiring and paying for a personal caregiver of their choice, including family members, friends, or neighbors.

FreedomCare offers a range of services to help consumers and their caregivers navigate the CDPAP program, including:

  • Guidance and Support
  • Payroll Management
  • Compliance
  • Training Resources

FreedomCare is known for its user-friendly approach and dedication to improving the quality of life for individuals in need of home care services.

Can I use CDPAP...

Can I use CDPAP and Medicare for a family caregiver in NY?

CDPAP (Consumer Directed Personal Assistance Program) is a Medicaid-funded program, and Medicare does not cover this program. However, if you are eligible for both Medicaid and Medicare, you can use your Medicaid benefits for CDPAP and your Medicare benefits for other services.

Here’s a breakdown of how you can use both:

  • CDPAP (Medicaid Funded): If you qualify for Medicaid, you can use the CDPAP program to hire a family caregiver who can assist you with activities of daily living or other healthcare needs. The family caregiver can be compensated for their work through the CDPAP program.
  • Medicare: Medicare can be used to cover a wide range of healthcare services, including hospital stays, physician services, and prescription drugs. It does not cover long-term home care services like CDPAP.

If you have both Medicare and Medicaid (dual-eligible), you can use your Medicaid benefits for the CDPAP program and your Medicare benefits for other healthcare services.

CDPAP NY: Frequently Asked Questions

 FreedomCare administers the Medicaid caregiver program in NY, so caregivers can be paid through Medicaid. (Unfortunately, Medicare is NOT enough under current government regulations.).

FreedomCare proudly services all 62 counties of New York. That means your family member can get Medicaid-funded CDPAP wherever you are in New York.

FreedomCare is a proud member of CDPAANYS

Youn care for a family member or friend  — and get paid right after your shift!

We pay on time, every time through the Consumer Directed Personal Assistance Program (CDPAP).

CDPAP is a healthcare program established by the New York State Department of Health that allows individuals eligible for Medicaid and in need of home care services to hire, train, supervise, and even terminate their personal assistant (caregiver).  including eligibility and benefits.

CDPAP, or the Consumer Directed Personal Assistance Program, is a New York State Medicaid initiative that allows consumers to choose and hire their own personal caregiver. This includes friends and family members (as long as they are not the patient’s spouse). Which means….

You can care for a family member and get paid!

No one can take care of you like family or close friends. To them your health is more than just a job. Of course, you don’t want to be a burden to your loved ones. That’s where CDPAP comes in. After you enroll, your chosen caregiver will get paid for taking care of you.

You must use a Fiscal Intermediary to ensure your chosen caregiver gets paid. Freedomcare is the leading fiscal intermediary in the state and will help guide you through the process. To check FreedomCare’s latest pay rates click here

Contact:

FreedomCare
50 Fountain Plaza, Suite 1400
Buffalo, NY 14202

(315) 563-2203

 

Serving:

  • 14202 – Downtown, Theater District, Waterfront
  • 14203 – Allentown, Larkinville, Canalside, Waterfront, Medical Corridor
  • 14204 – Hydraulics, Fruit Belt, Larkin District
  • 14201 – West Village, Lower West Side, Prospect Hill
  • 14209 – Allentown, Masten Park, Cold Springs
  • 14213 – Grant-Ferry, Black Rock, West Side
  • 14208 – Hamlin Park, Cold Springs, Delavan Grider

FreedomCare is a proud member of CDPAANYS

About Buffalo NY:

Buffalo is a city located in Western New York, at the eastern end of Lake Erie, at the head of the Niagara River, on the United States border with Canada. It is the second-largest city in New York state and the 78th-largest city in the United States. Buffalo and the city of Niagara Falls together make up the two-county Buffalo–Niagara Falls Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA), which had an estimated population of approximately 2 million, making it the 49th largest MSA in the United States.

Buffalo has a rich history and culture. It was named after the nearby Buffalo Creek, which was named by French and Moravian explorers. The city is also known as the “Queen City,” “City of Good Neighbors,” “City of No Illusions,” “Nickel City,” “Queen City of the Lakes,” “City of Light,” and “City of Trees”. Buffalo is home to several museums, including the Albright-Knox Art Gallery, the Buffalo Museum of Science, and the Buffalo and Erie County Naval & Military Park. The city also has a vibrant music scene, with many local bands and musicians performing regularly.

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