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Assistance at Home Services for Seniors

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.

Coverage Options

Medicaid and Insurance

сAt AmeriBest, The Most Popular Waivers Held by Clients Include

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Community HealthChoices (CHC)

  • For adults 21+ with Medicare and Medicaid
  • Covers: personal assistance, home health aide, respite care
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OBRA Waiver

  • For individuals with developmental physical disabilities
  • Covers: home modifications, assistive technology, personal care
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Act 150 Program

  • State-funded attendant care for physical disabilities
  • Covers: attendant care, support services
Waiver Programs

View All Waiver Programs

Pennsylvania offers multiple waiver programs to help families access the care they need

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Adult Autism Waiver

Supports individuals with autism to live independently in their communities.

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Community Living Waiver

Helps people with intellectual disabilities receive care at home instead of institutions.

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Consolidated Waiver

Combines services for individuals with intellectual disabilities or autism spectrum disorder.

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Infant, Toddlers, and Families Waiver

Early intervention for children under three.

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Person/Family Directed Support Waiver

Families choose and manage their caregivers.

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Section 1115 Waiver for Substance Use Disorder

Treatment and recovery support services.

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Eligible Insurance Providers

Community HealthChoices logo
PA Health & Wellness logo
Keystone First Community HealthChoices logo
UPMC Community HealthChoices logo
AmeriHealth Caritas logo
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Assistance at Home

Important Resources

Office of Long-Term Living

Medicaid programs for older adults and physical disabilities

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PA Department of Human Services

Complete Medicaid information

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Not sure which program fits?

Resources and Benefits

For Caregivers

Get Paid & Get Rewarded

Caribou Rewards

Earn REAL CASH for:

  • EVV compliance bonuses
  • Work anniversaries
  • Extra shift coverage
  • Performance excellence
Access Caribou Rewards

DailyPay

Your money, your schedule:

  • Track your earnings daily
  • Transfer pay instantly
  • No more waiting for payday
Sign up for DailyPay
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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
Nominate a Caregiver
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Training & Professional Development

Continue Your Education

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