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Can a spouse get paid to be a caregiver in Rhode Island?

Short answer

Generally no

No. Rhode Island rules say a person can't work as a PCA if they are the participant's spouse, representative, financial power of attorney or Social Security representative payee (210-RICR-50-10-2).

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Programs to ask about in Rhode Island

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Personal Choice Program

Medicaid long-term services participants can choose and manage their own personal care assistant through a fiscal agency.

How to apply

See the EOHHS Personal Choice Program page.

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