How Much Do Family Caregivers Get Paid in Michigan?

What Programs Are Available to Family Caregivers in Michigan?

The main program that allows family caregivers to be paid in Michigan is the Home Help Program, which is part of the state’s Medicaid system.

While other programs exist, such as MI Choice Waiver or services through Area Agencies on Aging, the Home Help Program is the most widely used and flexible for paying family members who live in the same home or nearby. It’s designed specifically to help people who need support with personal care but want to stay in their own home rather than move into a facility.

That’s where FreedomCare comes in. We work directly with families to help you get paid legally, quickly, and without all the paperwork stress.

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FreedomCare Helps Get You Paid Through the Michigan Home Help Program

We know that Medicaid programs can feel confusing or overwhelming. That’s why FreedomCare exists. We’ve walked this road with thousands of families just like yours, and we’re here to make the process easier from the very beginning.

The Michigan Home Help Program allows individuals who qualify for Medicaid and need help with daily activities to hire a caregiver of their choice. That caregiver can be a family member, a friend, or a neighbor. Once approved, the caregiver is paid through Medicaid funds for the hours of care provided.

FreedomCare helps with:

• Confirming eligibility quickly
• Guiding you through every form
• Scheduling assessments
• Training and onboarding
• Setting up Instant Pay so you’re paid the same day you work

Who Is Eligible to Get Paid as a Family Caregiver in Michigan?

To qualify as a paid caregiver in Michigan, both the care recipient and the caregiver must meet certain criteria.

Eligibility for the Person Receiving Care

The individual needing care must:

• Be a Michigan resident
• Be enrolled in Medicaid
• Live in a home or apartment, not a facility
• Need help with at least one Activity of Daily Living (ADL) such as bathing, dressing, or mobility
• Complete a comprehensive assessment through the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS)

This assessment is usually done by an Adult Service Worker (ASW) who visits the home to evaluate the level of support needed. Based on that, the number of caregiving hours is approved.

Who Can Be a Paid Caregiver?

Under the Home Help Program, your loved one can hire someone they trust to provide their care. This includes:

• An adult child (18 or older)
• A relative such as a grandchild, niece, nephew, cousin, or sibling
• A trusted friend or neighbor

Caregivers must pass a background check and may need to complete a short orientation or training, which FreedomCare helps arrange.

What Tasks Qualify for Payment?

You might already be doing the work that qualifies for pay without realizing it. Under the Home Help Program, caregivers are paid for helping with:

• Bathing and personal hygiene
• Dressing and grooming
• Meal preparation and feeding
• Toileting and incontinence care
• Mobility assistance and transfers
• Medication reminders
• Safety monitoring

If you’re helping someone get out of bed, use the restroom, eat meals, or simply move around safely, those are all considered qualifying activities under the program.

How to Get Started with FreedomCare

We know your time is valuable. That’s why we make the process as fast and straightforward as possible.

Step 1: Check Eligibility

Reach out to FreedomCare and we’ll help you find out if your loved one qualifies for the Home Help Program. This includes checking Medicaid status and care needs.

Step 2: Choose a Caregiver

Once eligibility is confirmed, your loved one selects a caregiver. This can be you, a family member, or someone else they know and trust, but keep in mind that a spouse or the parent of an unmarried child under 18 cannot serve as the paid caregiver under state regulations. FreedomCare ensures the process is fully compliant and easy to follow.

Step 3: Start Getting Paid

After approval, you can begin caregiving and receive payment through Instant Pay. That means no waiting for a weekly or bi-weekly paycheck. You’ll receive payment the same day your care shift ends.

We take care of the backend, so you can focus on what matters most, your loved one.

Why Michigan Families Choose FreedomCare

Families across Michigan trust FreedomCare because we make a complicated process feel simple. We don’t just hand you a stack of papers. We walk with you through each step, from paperwork to payday.

You’re not just a number to us. You’re a daughter trying to keep Mom at home. You’re a grandson stepping up when Grandpa can’t be alone. You’re a neighbor who’s always been there, and now you finally have the chance to be compensated for it.

With FreedomCare, you get:

• Same-day pay
• A real person to call when you need help
• Quick answers to your questions
• Step-by-step guidance through Medicaid and enrollment

Respect for the caregiving role you’ve already taken on

Built on Compassion, Backed by Experience

At FreedomCare, we understand the emotional toll caregiving can take. Many of us have been caregivers ourselves. That’s why we treat every family like our own, with compassion, patience, and clarity.

We’re proud to be the trusted partner for families across Michigan and beyond. We’ve helped more than 100,000 caregivers across multiple states turn their care into compensation. Our team brings years of experience in Medicaid, home care, case management, and family support.