Quick answer
We haven't confirmed the rules in Alaska yet
- Spouse Likely no
- Adult child Not confirmed
2 programs to ask about. Start here: Personal Care Services (PCS) – consumer-directed option.
These badges summarize the details below. "Not confirmed" means we couldn't find it stated on an official page yet.
Get your free Alaska Pay Checklist + rule-change alerts
The programs to ask about, documents to gather, and who to call in Alaska. We'll also email you if Alaska's rules or pay rates change.
Programs that pay family caregivers
Personal Care Services (PCS) – consumer-directed option
Medicaid personal care in which the recipient chooses, hires and supervises their own personal care assistant, with a provider agency handling administration.
Community First Choice PCS
Alaska also runs Community First Choice personal care services under the same provider conditions.
Who can be paid?
Can I get paid to take care of my parent in Alaska?
Reported – adult children are not listed as excluded; confirm with the Alaska Department of Health.
Can a spouse be paid as a caregiver in Alaska?
Reported no – 7 AAC 125.010, as summarized, excludes a spouse, a parent of a minor recipient, anyone with a legal duty to support the recipient, and the recipient's representative. Confirm the regulation text.
How to apply
How do I apply in Alaska?
Unverified – contact the Alaska Department of Health PCS program.
Is there a waiting list in Alaska?
Unknown.
Pay and requirements
How much does it pay?
Unknown.
Caregiver requirements
See 7 AAC 125.090 (employment and qualifications of personal care assistants).