Connecticut Benefits Guide
Connecticut provides a range of home care, paid caregiver, and Medicaid waiver programs for eligible residents, including seniors and people with disabilities seeking to remain in their homes.
Programs Available in Connecticut
Program availability and eligibility requirements vary. Check your eligibility to learn more.
State-Paid Home Care
Connecticut's Medicaid program may cover in-home personal care services for eligible individuals who need assistance with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, meal preparation, and mobility.
- Personal care assistance
- Help with daily activities
- In-home support services
- Medicaid-funded
Paid Family Caregiver Program
Connecticut may offer programs that allow eligible Medicaid recipients to hire a family member or trusted person as their paid caregiver, providing compensation for the care they provide at home.
- Get paid to care for a loved one
- Family members may qualify
- State-funded compensation
- Flexible care arrangements
Medicaid Waiver Services
Connecticut's Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) Medicaid waivers provide a range of supports that help people with disabilities and seniors remain in their homes and communities rather than moving to a nursing facility.
- Home and community-based care
- Alternatives to nursing facilities
- Disability and senior support
- Multiple waiver programs available
Senior Support Services
Connecticut offers a range of community-based services for seniors through its Area Agencies on Aging and state-funded programs, including meal delivery, transportation, adult day services, and caregiver support.
- Meal delivery programs
- Transportation assistance
- Adult day services
- Caregiver support resources
Disclaimer: The information on this page is for general informational purposes only. Program availability, eligibility requirements, and benefit amounts vary and are subject to change. Care and Benefits Guide is not a government agency and does not determine eligibility for any program. Contact your state Medicaid office or a program specialist for the most current information.
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