Ohio Medicaid Home Care & Paid Family Caregivers

Many families across Ohio are unaware that Ohio Medicaid home care programs may allow certain family members to receive payment for providing home care. If you are already helping a parent, spouse, child, or relative with daily activities, you may qualify to become a paid family caregiver in Ohio.

OCal Home Care works directly with families to explain Medicaid options, review eligibility, and guide the approval process so care can continue at home without added financial pressure. As a Medicaid-approved home care provider in Ohio, we coordinate services with a focus on compliance and long-term care planning.

Who Can Become a Paid Family Caregiver in Ohio?

Through approved Ohio Medicaid programs and waivers, certain family members may qualify to receive payment for providing home care. OCal Home Care helps families understand which programs may apply.

Potentially eligible caregivers may include:

Care must be medically necessary, and the individual receiving care must meet Ohio Medicaid eligibility criteria. Each situation is reviewed individually by OCal Home Care.

What Care Can Be Covered Through Ohio Medicaid Home Care?

Ohio Medicaid may cover in-home assistance when delivered by a Medicaid-approved provider, such as OCal Home Care.

Covered services may include:

Bathing, dressing, and personal hygiene assistance
Meal preparation and feeding support
Mobility assistance and transfers
Medication reminders
Light housekeeping related to care needs
Safety monitoring and supervision

These services allow individuals to remain at home while receiving structured, consistent care.

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Not sure if your family qualifies for paid caregiving through Ohio Medicaid?

Speak with an OCal Home Care coordinator to review eligibility and available options. Request a consultation to discuss Medicaid-supported home care services.

How OCal Home Care Supports Medicaid Families

OCal Home Care manages the Medicaid caregiving process from start to finish.

Medicaid Eligibility and Enrollment Support

We assist families in determining whether a loved one qualifies for Ohio Medicaid and help with applications or waiver-related steps when needed.

Paid Caregiver Approval Through OCal Home Care

Family members receive guidance through onboarding, required training, and approval so care can be delivered through OCal Home Care as a Medicaid-approved provider.

Ongoing Compliance and Care Coordination

OCal Home Care helps ensure that care delivery and documentation remain aligned with Medicaid requirements, reducing interruptions or delays in payment.

Additional and Backup Care Options

When care needs change, OCal Home Care can supplement family caregiving with professional caregivers or assist with transitions such as rehabilitation or assisted living placement.

Already Providing Care Without Pay?

If you are currently caring for a loved one without compensation, OCal Home Care can help determine whether Ohio Medicaid programs may allow you to receive payment without changing where your loved one lives.

Many families qualify but are not informed of these options. Our care coordinators clearly explain the next steps based on your situation.

Why Families Choose OCal Home Care

Ohio-based, family-owned home care agency
Medicaid-approved home care provider
Clear guidance through Medicaid caregiving processes
Local care coordinators serving Northeast Ohio
Support beyond home care, including rehabilitation and placement coordination

OCal Home Care serves families across Akron, Canton, Cleveland, and surrounding Ohio communities.

Find Out If Your Family Qualifies for Ohio Medicaid Home Care

Serving Akron, Canton, Cleveland, and surrounding Ohio communities. Schedule a free Medicaid and paid family caregiver consultation with OCal Home Care.