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

Short answer

Generally no

No. Mississippi's rule for the E&D Waiver says spouses are legal representatives and can't be paid as relatives (Miss. Admin. Code Title 23, Part 208, Rule 1.3).

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Programs to ask about in Mississippi

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Elderly and Disabled (E&D) Waiver – relatives as direct care workers

Waiver personal care and in-home respite, which qualifying relatives can provide as direct care workers.

How to apply

Call the Mississippi Division of Medicaid at 800-421-2408 and ask about the Elderly and Disabled (E&D) Waiver.

If a spouse can't be paid, another relative often can. See who can be paid in Mississippi.
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