Who Qualifies?
FreedomCare is here to support caregivers and patients during the transition to PCA (Personal Care Assistance) services. Whether you’re entering the program alone or as a pair, here’s what you need to know.
Caregiver Without a Patient
You may be eligible to provide PCA services.
We’ll help match you with a patient in need of care.
Requirements:
- Not certified? FreedomCare provides free training and testing.
- Certified as a PCA or HHA? You may already qualify.
- No experience? Complete a 40-hour Basic Training Course.
- If certified, show 3+ months of experience (in the last 3 years) OR formal training (e.g., HHA, nursing school).
Patient Without a Caregiver
Looking for a caregiver?
We can match you with a qualified caregiver through our PCA services partner, Evergreen.
Requirements:
- Your health plan must authorize PCA services.
- Your health plan must partner with a participating PCA provider.
Caregiver & Patient Pair
Have someone in mind?
We can help you join the PCA program together.
Caregiver Requirements:
- Not certified? FreedomCare provides free training and testing.
- Certified? You may already qualify.
- 3+ months of personal care experience (home or facility) within the last 3 years, or formal training (HHA/nursing school).
- Cannot be the patient’s spouse, parent, son, son-in-law, daughter, or daughter-in-law.
- Must live at a different address from the patient.
Patient Requirements:
- Must be enrolled in a health plan that works with a participating PCA provider.
- Once the caregiver and patient onboarding is complete, we require the authorization from the patient’s health plan to move forward with LHCSA.
Over 65,000 New Yorkers have joined the FreedomCare® family and received continuous, reliable care!
Caregivers get:
- A Sign-On Bonus
- Free Certification
- Increased pay and work opportunities with certification!
- Annual Paid Training
FreedomCare ensures Medicaid members get a trusted caregiver and receive high-quality care every day!
FreedomCare PCA provides:
- 21% Lower Hospitalization Rate
- 97% Customer Satisfaction
- 7,000+ 5-Star Reviews
You are likely eligible if you have Medicaid.
To get started fast with care, fill out the form below.
How It Works
1. Get Assessed
Contact FreedomCare and learn more about qualifying for services through the New York State of Health/Medicaid. FreedomCare will be with you every step to make sure you can get the care you need from the comfort of your home and with someone you trust.
2. Enroll a Caregiver
We can match you with a qualified caregiver or you can recommend an individual to get the care you need. Caregiver enrollment has three parts: a health assessment, proof of identity and work authorization, and an orientation with FreedomCare.
3. You Get Care – They Get Paid
You get care you can trust, your caregiver gets paid instantly, and everyone gets peace of mind. Win-win!
Caregiver and Patient Benefits!
Earn More, Get Certified for Free, and Enjoy Extra Perks
At FreedomCare, we’re committed to helping caregivers grow professionally, earn more, and enjoy a better work-life balance.
7,000+ 5-Star Reviews
All of Our Caregivers Get:
Reliable, Compassionate Care—With More Support
With flexible options, reliable support, and a dedicated team by your side, you’ll have peace of mind knowing your health and well-being come first with FreedomCare.
Over 7,000 5-Star Ratings for excellence in 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.
If you have Medicaid, you can apply
Do you have one of these Medicaid cards?
FreedomCare is a Medicaid program, so your caregiver will be paid through Medicaid. (Unfortunately, Medicare is NOT enough under current government regulations.) If you don’t have Medicaid but think you may be eligible, call 347-929-9146 to contact a partner vendor who can help.
Get the high-quality care you deserve from the person who truly cares for you—plus, the caregiver gets paid right after their shift!
We pay on time, every time.
Our New York Locations
FreedomCare proudly serves all five boroughs of New York City—Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, The Bronx, and Staten Island—as well as Nassau County.