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Guides on Medicaid, paying for home care, getting paid to care for a family member, and caregiving careers in Northern Virginia.
How Does Medicaid Pay for Home Care in Virginia?
Most home care paid for by Medicaid in Virginia goes through the CCC Plus Waiver. Here is how it works and how to get approved.
Read more Get Paid to CareCan I Get Paid to Take Care of My Parent in Virginia? A Step-by-Step Guide
Virginia Medicaid's consumer-directed option lets many adult children get paid to care for a parent. Here is the process from first call to first paycheck.
Read more Paying for CareWhat Is the CCC Plus Waiver and How Do You Qualify in Virginia?
The CCC Plus Waiver is the Medicaid program that pays for most home care in Virginia. Here is what it covers and how to qualify.
Read more Paying for CareConsumer-Directed vs. Agency-Directed Home Care in Virginia: What Is the Difference?
Virginia Medicaid offers two ways to receive personal care at home. Here is what separates them and how to decide which fits your family.
Read more Paying for CareHow Much Does Home Care Cost in Northern Virginia?
The cost of home care in Northern Virginia depends on how it is paid for and how many hours a week are needed. Here is what shapes the number.
Read more Understanding Your OptionsHome Care vs. Home Health: What Is the Difference and Which Does Your Family Need?
Home care and home health sound alike but cover different kinds of help. Knowing the difference makes it easier to ask for the right service.
Read more CareersHow to Become a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in Virginia
A CNA license opens the door to steady caregiving work in Virginia. Here is what the process involves.
Read moreNot sure where to start? Just call us.
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