Quick answer
Likely yes in Tennessee, but not yet confirmed on an official page
- Spouse Likely no
- Adult child Likely yes
1 program to ask about. Start here: TennCare CHOICES – Consumer Direction.
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Programs that pay family caregivers
TennCare CHOICES – Consumer Direction
Members can hire family members, friends or neighbors as paid workers through consumer direction.
Who can be paid?
Can I get paid to take care of my parent in Tennessee?
Reported yes for other family members, though rules for people who live with the member can limit some services.
Can a spouse be paid as a caregiver in Tennessee?
Reported no – per the CHOICES consumer direction member handbook as summarized, a spouse can't be a paid Consumer Direction worker, and neither can the member's representative.
How to apply
How do I apply in Tennessee?
See TennCare CHOICES.
Is there a waiting list in Tennessee?
Unknown.
Pay and requirements
How much does it pay?
Unknown.
Caregiver requirements
See TennCare 'Provider Agency Information for Hiring Family Caregivers'.
Sources
| Official source | Last checked |
|---|---|
| TennCare – CHOICES | |
| TennCare – Provider agency info for hiring family caregivers | |
| TennCare rules 1200-13-01 |