Quick answer
Likely yes in Maine, but not yet confirmed on an official page
- Spouse Likely yes
- Adult child Likely yes
2 programs to ask about. Start here: MaineCare Section 19 – Home and Community Benefits for the Elderly and Adults with Disabilities.
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Programs that pay family caregivers
MaineCare Section 19 – Home and Community Benefits for the Elderly and Adults with Disabilities
Waiver services including Personal Support Specialist care.
MaineCare Section 12 – Consumer Directed Attendant Services
Members hire and direct their own attendants.
Who can be paid?
Can I get paid to take care of my parent in Maine?
Reported yes for other family members in some options.
Can a spouse be paid as a caregiver in Maine?
Reported limited – a MaineCare rule adoption notice (Section 19), as summarized, allows a spouse to be paid as a Personal Support Specialist only for 'extraordinary care'. Section 12 consumer-directed attendant services reportedly exclude spouses. Confirm with MaineCare.
How to apply
How do I apply in Maine?
Unverified – contact MaineCare Member Services.
Is there a waiting list in Maine?
Unknown.
Pay and requirements
How much does it pay?
Unknown.
Caregiver requirements
Unknown in detail.