When a family member or friend needs 24-hour in-home care due to age, disability, or illness, it’s often a loved one who steps up to help. If you’re already providing daily care, you may be wondering: Can I actually getpaid for this in Massachusetts? The good news is—yes, in many cases, you can.
How to become a paid caregiver for a family member in Massachusetts?
Caring for someone isn’t easy, but the good news is: you don’t have to do it alone. Our expert team is here to provide the professional guidance and support you need.
Our Family Caregiver Compensation Program, funded by Masshealth in Massachusetts, might be the ideal solution for your personal predicament: – People unable to live on their own get to retain the dignity and freedom of staying at their home. – Caregivers receive a monthly tax-free compensation for their services as well as qualified mentoring.
Help cover the costs with up to $1,500 per month paid through our Caregiver Compensation Program.
Personalized Coaching
Your designated nurse and care manager are available anytime to answer questions, offer guidance, or simply listen as you navigate the challenges of caregiving.
Essential Resources
Use our app for a personalized coaching plan and access to a supportive community of fellow carers and professionals.
Who qualifies as a caregiver under Medicaid rules in Massachusetts?
Each state has its own requirements. In Massachusetts you get paid for caring for a friend or family member if:
Caregiver
Is 18+ years old
Must reside with the care recipient to provide constant support
Cannot be a spouse or legal guardian of the care recipient
Can provide the care required by the care recipient
is enrolled with an AFC provider, e.g. Entyre Care
Care recipient
Must be at least 16 years old
Needs assistance with at least 1+ activities of daily living (ADLs)
Is enrolled in a state Medicaid program > If the person you want to care for is not enrolled in a state Medicaid program, we offer free assistance to help them gain access to it.
How much does Medicaid pay for a caregiver in Massachusetts?
In Massachusetts, caregivers can receive compensation based on two levels of support, depending on how much help their loved one needs with daily activities.
Find below the average pay rate for family caregivers in Massachusetts:
Care level
Level 1
Level 2
Description
This level means providing occasional help with one or two Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), such as dressing, eating, or bathing. Support may involve light hands-on assistance or simply offering reminders and supervision. The person receiving care remains mostly independent but benefits from gentle guidance or help with certain tasks.
This level involves hands-on assistance with three or more ADLs, or with two ADLs combined with behavioral support—such as managing confusion, restlessness, or safety concerns. The person typically needs more consistent help throughout the day, and the caregiver plays an active role in daily routines and emotional support.
$/week
$175 per week
$350 per week
$/month
$750 per month
$1,500 per month
Example of weekly and monthly compensation as a paid caregiver in Massachusetts
What are ADLs?
Caregivers are compensated for helping with activities for daily living (ADLs). They include:
Feeding
Bathing/Personal Hygiene
Dressing
Using the Toilet
Ambulating
Transportation
Find out if you qualify and see how much you could earn—try our free calculator in just minutes!
Behavior means certain actions or habits that need extra attention from a caregiver.
These behaviors may make it harder for the person to stay safe or follow a daily routine. Examples include:
Wandering or trying to leave the house
Yelling, hitting, or being aggressive
Repeating the same questions over and over
Getting confused or upset easily
Refusing to eat, bathe, or take medication
These behaviors are often caused by conditions like dementia, a disability, or mental health issues.
How to apply for caregiver compensation
You can apply for compensation via Adult Foster Care program in 4 easy steps. It is important to us to make the process as simple as possible for you. You’ll also have a dedicated support person to guide you through every step, to answer all questions that might occur along the way.
Meet the Requirements
If you want to receive financial compensation for caring for a family member, you must be an enrolled member of Entyre Care.
Key requirements for enrollment through Entyre Care: • You are willing to care/already care for a friend or relative • You are at least 18 years old
As part of a personal visit to the care recipient’s home, one of our registered nurses will assess the individual care needs together with you.
Get enrolled
The family caregiver receives an agreement from Entyre Care and is compensated of to $1,500 monthly for providing care.
Done: Care for a friend or family member and receive monthly compensation.
From the moment you sign, you’ll receive monthly compensation for caring for your loved one. Your dedicated nurse will visit you regularly, offering both professional guidance and emotional support. Our goal is to ensure that you never feel alone in your caregiving journey.
What are the benefits of being an enrolled caregiver with Entyre Care?
At Entyre Care, we understand the challenges of caregiving. That’s why we offer financial support, expert guidance, and a strong community to help you care for your loved one—without sacrificing your own well-being.
There are many advantages of caring for a loved one at home. As an enrolled caregiver, you can assure yourself that your loved one is getting the best care, and that you are not sacrificing your livelihood in order to perform that function.
Get compensated for the time you spend caring for a loved one, reducing income loss and securing your future. Learn how we help families maintain financial stability while caregiving.
Professional Support
A dedicated nurse and care manager provide expert advice and emotional support, ensuring you’re never alone in your caregiving journey. Explore our personalized solutions for stress-free care.
Our Expertise Reducing Your Burden
We handle administrative tasks and quality assurance, so you can focus on providing the best care. See how our experts make caregiving easier with specialized support.
As we are fully aware about the mental and emotional challenges the responsibility of caring for a family member or friend entails, we offer professional and individual guidance for the wellbeing of caregivers.
Benefits to caregivers
Support & coaching from certified nursing professionals
Prevention of caregiver burnout
Financial compensation mitigates income loss
Reduced risk of financial hardship in old age
Benefits to care recipients
Individualized, competent home care
High-quality care and safety
Improved outlook
Positive impact on the course of illness
Hear it from our community
Caring for a loved one isn’t easy, but with the right support, it can be life-changing. Kelley shares how Entyre Care helped her keep her mother, Gloria, at home, giving her peace of mind and financial stability. ‘Now my mom has the care she needs, and I don’t have to worry every single day,’ Kelley says. Read their full story below:
Questions About Compensation for Caring for a Family Member
Read the most frequently asked questions about the Family Caregiver Compensation model here.
In Massachusetts, a spouse is generally not eligible to be paid as a caregiver under family caregiver programs.
If your mother needs daily help with essential activities like bathing, dressing, or mobility there’s a good chance you qualify for financial support. Since rules vary by state, check your eligibility and how much you could earn using our calculator or reach out to us directly.
If your parents are in need of daily assistance with ADLs, there is a high probability you can get paid for your care. The eligibility requirements vary by state and program. To find out if you can apply for compensation, use our compensation calculator or contact us directly.
The amount family members that care for a loved one get paid, varies based on the level of care they are providing. Find out how much you could earn with our compensation calculator or give us a call.
Our Caregiver Compensation Program is completely free! It is fully covered by a health plan or through a state Medicaid program, so there’s no cost to you.
If the person you want to care for is not enrolled in a state Medicaid program, we offer free assistance to help them gain access to it.
A legal guardian is a person who has been officially appointed by a court to make important decisions for someone who can’t make those decisions on their own.
Important: A parent is not automatically considered a Legal Guardian once the child turns 18—they must be appointed by a court to have that role.
Adult Foster Care (AFC), also known as Adult Home Care, provides a personalized alternative to traditional residential care. It is designed for individuals who need supervision or assistance with daily activities such as bathing, personal hygiene, mobility, eating, and dressing.
The program is funded by MassHealth, Medicaid in Massachusetts.
Entyre Care is an Adult Foster Care (AFC) provider, helping family caregivers access the compensation, support and resources they need.
Entyre Care is an AFC provider, funded by state health plans. We employ caregivers who want to care for a family member or friend at home full time and support them they best way possible with professional and individual guidance.
