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 Ohio? The good news is—yes, in many cases, you can.
How to become a paid caregiver for a family member in Ohio?
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 PASSPORT or MyCare in Ohio, 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.
Who qualifies as a caregiver under Medicaid rules in Ohio?
Each state has its own requirements. In Ohio 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
Can provide the care required by the care recipient
is enrolled with an SFC provider, e.g. Entyre Care
Care recipient
Must be at least 18 years old
Needs assistance with at least 1 activity of daily living (ADLs)
Is enrolled in a state Medicaid program like MyCare or PASSPORT > 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 Ohio?
In Ohio, family caregivers can begin receiving payment as soon as they assist their loved one with just one activity of daily living (ADL), such as bathing, dressing, or mobility.
Find below the average pay rate for family caregivers in Ohio per week or month
Frequency
Compensation
$/week
$420 per week
$/month
$1,800 per month
Example of weekly and monthly compensation as a paid caregiver in Ohio
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!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.
You can apply for compensation via Structured Family Caregiving 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 $1,800 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.
Spouses may only serve as paid caregivers under SFC program if specific conditions set by the appropriate authorities are met. Contact us to check if you are eligible.
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.
Structured Family Caregiving (AFC), 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 PASSPORT or MyCare, Medicaid in Ohio.
Entyre Care is an Structured Family Caregiving (AFC) provider, helping family caregivers access the compensation, support and resources they need.
Entyre Care is an SFC 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.
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.
