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Funded by Medicaid, FreedomCare allows people to choose who provides their care – the caregiver gets paid weekly.

Funded by Medicaid, FreedomCare allows people to choose who provides their care.The caregiver gets paid weekly.

Illinois’ #1 Choice
for In-Home Care

With 97% Customer Satisfaction, Medicaid Recipients Trust FreedomCare 

 

Illinois’ #1 Choice for In-Home Care

With 97% Customer Satisfaction, Medicaid Recipients Trust FreedomCare  

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162,000+
Families Supported with Dignity, and Care
154M+
Million Hours of
Loving Care Delivered
100%
Guaranteed On-Time Weekly Payments

Get the care you need from a loved one, and they get paid!

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Illinois Residents
You may be eligible!
You are likely eligible if you have Medicaid.
Fill out the form below to see how fast you can get started with pay & benefits.
Illinois Residents
You may be eligible!
You are likely eligible if you have Medicaid.
Fill out the form below to see how fast you can get started with pay & benefits.

Who is eligible for Illinois’ Leading Choice for Home Care?

You are likely eligible if you…

IL Medicaid card
Due to government regulations, Medicare is NOT enough.

Who can I hire to be a caregiver?

At FreedomCare, we are a family and strive to improve the lives of Illinois Medicaid recipients.

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3 Simple Steps to Illinois Home Services Program (HSP): Get Trusted Care and Pay for Your Caregiver.

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Illinois' Top-Rated IHC Provider — More 5-Star Reviews Than Anyone Else.

8,000+ 5-Star Reviews
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With 97% satisfaction, FreedomCare is the nation’s fastest-growing in-home care provider. Customers highlight the convenience, ease of use, and quality care that makes us their trusted choice.

Richard Branker
Richard Branker
"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.
Patricia Charles
Patricia Charles
“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.
Roberta Salley
Roberta Salley
"I’m gonna make 90"
I didn’t want an aide; I don’t get along well with strangers. My daughter knows me and loves me; she looks right past my attitude. With her as my aide, I think I’m gonna hit 90. You watch. I’m gonna be the first one in my family to make 90.
Dorothy Zuniga
Dorothy Zuniga
“A blessing”
I have multiple sclerosis. After my second hospitalization, I realized I needed help. To have my best friend be here for me is a blessing. My caseworker, Ashley, is very helpful — I feel comfortable calling anytime. And having someone I trust work for me keeps my mind at ease.

Benefits Our Caregivers Enjoy

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Caregiver Support Program

Benefit from ongoing training, resources, and support to help you succeed and grow.
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Caregivers are Paid Weekly​

Receive dependable weekly pay, making financial planning simple and stress-free.​
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Easy-to-Use App for Caregivers

Our FreedomCare App makes daily tasks easier so you can better manage your loved ones' care.
Frequently Asked Questions

Caring for a loved one in Illinois? FreedomCare helps you understand your options — and how to get paid for the care you provide!

Yes, Illinois pays certain family members to be caregivers through the state’s Medicaid Home Services Program (HSP). If your loved one qualifies, FreedomCare will guide you through the HSP process so you can provide care at home and receive pay for the support you’re already giving.

To become a paid family caregiver in Illinois, your loved one must first qualify for Medicaid’s Home Services Program (HSP). Once approved, you can choose a trusted family member to be the caregiver, and FreedomCare will guide you through the enrollment and paperwork so you can start receiving pay for the care you already provide.

  1. Check Eligibility
    Make sure your loved one meets the program’s medical, financial, and age requirements.
  2. Contact the Division of Rehabilitation Services (DRS)
    Reach out to your local DRS office to begin the application process.
  3. Develop a Service Plan
    Work with a DRS counselor to create a care plan tailored to your loved one’s needs.
  4. Choose a Caregiver
    Select a caregiver — which can be a trusted family member — to provide daily support.
  5. Submit Documentation
    Complete the application forms and provide the necessary medical and financial records to confirm eligibility.
Yes, if you are under 60 years old, Illinois allows you to hire a friend or family member as your caregiver through the Medicaid Home Services Program (HSP). With FreedomCare as your fiscal intermediary, we’ll handle the payroll and paperwork so your chosen caregiver gets paid reliably while you receive care from someone you trust.

In Illinois, you can choose someone you already know and trust to be your caregiver. This can include:

  • An adult child (18 or older)
  • Another relative
  • A close friend

FreedomCare helps handle the payroll and paperwork so your chosen caregiver gets paid for the care they provide.

Still have questions?

Call us during business hours, we are happy to help you.

Our Illinois Location

Office visits are by appointment only.
Office visits are by appointment only.

Illinois
125 S. Wacker Dr. Suite 320
Chicago, IL 60606
[email protected]
312-971-2400

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Illinois
125 S. Wacker Dr. Suite 320
Chicago, IL 60606
[email protected]
312-971-2400

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5-STAR CARE, IN YOUR HOME.

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No other agency in the country has earned more 5-star ratings.

FreedomCare proudly provides service in Illinois.

Hire a family member or friend to care for you — and Caregivers get paid every week – guaranteed!

We pay on time, every time.
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