Info Center for Caregivers & Families
Everything you need to navigate home care services in Pennsylvania. Find information about programs, insurance coverage, and support resources all in one place.
Medicaid and Insurance
Popular Home Care Waivers Include
Community HealthChoices (CHC)
- For adults 21+ with Medicare and Medicaid
- Covers: personal assistance, home health aide, respite care
OBRA Waiver
- For individuals with developmental physical disabilities
- Covers: home modifications, assistive technology, personal care
Act 150 Program
- State-funded attendant care for physical disabilities
- Covers: attendant care, support services
View All Waiver Programs
Pennsylvania offers multiple waiver programs to help families access the care they need
Adult Autism Waiver
Supports individuals with autism to live independently in their communities.
Community Living Waiver
Helps people with intellectual disabilities receive care at home instead of institutions.
Consolidated Waiver
Combines services for individuals with intellectual disabilities or autism spectrum disorder.
Infant, Toddlers, and Families Waiver
Early intervention for children under three.
Person/Family Directed Support Waiver
Families choose and manage their caregivers.
Section 1115 Waiver for Substance Use Disorder
Treatment and recovery support services.
Eligible Insurance Providers
Important Resources:
Office of Long-Term Living
Medicaid programs for older adults and physical disabilities
PA Department of Human Services
Complete Medicaid information
Not sure which program fits?
For Caregivers
Get Paid & Get Rewarded
Caribou Rewards
Earn REAL CASH for:
- EVV compliance bonuses
- Work anniversaries
- Extra shift coverage
- Performance excellence
DailyPay
Your money, your schedule:
- Track your earnings daily
- Transfer pay instantly
- No more waiting for payday
Training & Professional Development
Continue Your Education
Recognition Programs
Nominate a caregiver for the Magic Moments Award through Caribou Rewards and the PA Homecare Association for:
- Going above and beyond
- Outstanding personalized care
- Creative problem solving
- EVV compliance excellence
