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Can a spouse get paid to be a caregiver in Idaho?

Short answer

Generally no

No. Idaho Health and Welfare says legally responsible individuals, such as a spouse or the parent of a minor child, are no longer allowed to be the paid caregiver (IDHW provider page; IDAPA 16.03.10.329).

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Programs to ask about in Idaho

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Personal Care Services and Aged & Disabled (A&D) Waiver

Medicaid in-home personal care and waiver attendant care, including a self-direction option on the A&D waiver.

How to apply

Unverified – contact IDHW.

If a spouse can't be paid, another relative often can. See who can be paid in Idaho.
Before you act: rules change and individual eligibility depends on your assessment. Confirm with the program. This page summarizes official sources and does not promise eligibility or pay.

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