How to Access Family Caregiver Programs in Montana

Caring for a medically fragile family member is challenging, but Montana’s family caregiver programs can offer support. The Self-Directed Community First Choice/Personal Assistance Services (SD-CFC/PAS) program funded by Medicaid offers valuable in-home support for people who might otherwise require institutional care. It also provides caregivers with essential assistance, letting them focus on their loved ones’ needs without financial strain.

At Alpenglow Homecare, we help caregivers navigate Medicaid-funded programs with ease. Whether new to Medicaid or looking to optimize your benefits, our expertise ensures you can access the resources you need to thrive in your caregiving role.

Medicaid-funded programs allow your loved one to maintain independence and dignity by being cared for at home. Whether you’re caring for an aging parent, a medically fragile child, or a loved one with complex health needs, the Medicaid caregiver program in Montana can provide essential support.

The SD-CFC/PAS program allows care recipients to choose you - their family member - as their caregivers, allowing you to receive compensation for the care you provide. These benefits help ease the financial burden while ensuring quality care for your loved ones.

To qualify to be a caregiver, your loved one must require assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs) such as bathing, dressing, or eating. A state-conducted assessment determines your eligibility.

Common requirements for eligibility include:

• Need for Long-Term Care: Your medically fragile loved one is eligible if they are a Montana Medicaid member and meet the state's definition of needing an institutional level of care. 
• Income & Asset Limits: Medicaid has strict income and asset requirements. For Montana residents, these financial requirements vary annually based on marital status, income, and assets. 
• Residency: Both the caregiver and the care recipient must reside in Montana, and the care recipient must be a legal resident of the State.

How to qualify for caregiver pay? 

We can assist you in understanding eligibility requirements.

At Alpenglow Homecare, we believe caregivers deserve the same care and support they provide their loved ones.

Our team understands that navigating Medicaid’s family caregiver programs can be daunting. That’s why we simplify the caregiving process and provide personalized support to caregivers every step of the way.

• Plan of Care: We create a personalized Plan of Care that leverages Medicaid benefits to provide the comprehensive support your loved one needs. All care plans are created in consultation with the State nurse and your loved one's doctor to ensure the plan aligns with the overall medical treatment.
• Regular Check-Ins: Our care coordinators meet with you in person based on program guidelines. These visits provide an opportunity to check in, address any concerns, and ensure you feel confident and supported in your caregiving role.
• Streamlined Documentation: We simplify tracking your caregiving hours with an easy-to-use mobile app or phone-based system. By eliminating paper timesheets, you’ll have more time to focus on caring for your loved one.
• Reliable Paychecks: Caregivers receive accurate, timely paychecks every week without delays or disruptions so that you can focus entirely on your loved one’s well-being.
• Financial Security for Your Future: Caring for a loved one is a long-term commitment, and we’re here to support you beyond the present. With weekly caregiver pay for family members every Friday and a competitive 401k plan featuring employer matching, we help you build a secure financial future while ensuring consistent income. 

Montana’s family caregiver programs provide essential financial and practical support for family caregivers in Montana. Programs like the SD-CFC/PAS program ensure that caregivers are recognized and supported for their dedication.

At Alpenglow Homecare, we aim to empower caregivers by simplifying the caregiving process to help you provide the care your loved one deserves. To contact our office in Missoula, MT, please call 406-521-1704 or request an appointment online.