Quick answer
Likely yes in Nebraska, but not yet confirmed on an official page
- Spouse Likely yes
- Adult child Likely yes
2 programs to ask about. Start here: Aged and Disabled (AD) Waiver – LRI Personal Care.
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Programs that pay family caregivers
Aged and Disabled (AD) Waiver – LRI Personal Care
The only waiver service a legally responsible individual (such as a spouse) may provide.
Medicaid Personal Assistance Services (state plan)
Family members other than legally responsible relatives may be paid.
Who can be paid?
Can I get paid to take care of my parent in Nebraska?
Reported yes for non-legally-responsible family under Personal Assistance Services.
Can a spouse be paid as a caregiver in Nebraska?
Reported limited – per Nebraska DHHS LRI resources as summarized, only through LRI Personal Care: the participant must qualify for 'Extraordinary Care' (DD-26 assessment), the spouse is generally employed by an agency, and care is capped at 40 hours a week.
How to apply
How do I apply in Nebraska?
See DHHS Medicaid Home and Community-Based Services.
Is there a waiting list in Nebraska?
Unknown.
Pay and requirements
How much does it pay?
Unknown.
Caregiver requirements
See the DHHS LRI Personal Care handbook.