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

Short answer

Yes, but only in limited cases

Only in limited cases. Choices for Care can pay a spouse for personal care, but not for help with instrumental activities (like housework) or for respite (DAIL Guidelines for Paying Spouses; Personal Care Services manual).

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The programs to ask about, documents to gather, and who to call in Vermont. Print it now, no email needed.

Programs to ask about in Vermont

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Choices for Care – self-directed and Flexible Choices

Participants can hire and pay family members for personal care.

How to apply

Unverified – contact your Area Agency on Aging or DAIL.

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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