My home health aide is quitting and I am asked if I would take her on privately. Any advice?

I definitely respect the fact that all monies need to be accounted for. My chief concern is whether or not they will have more of a say in how I choose to care for mom with this change of guards. You hear of horror stories when the government attempts to dictate what a citizen can or cannot do and I would hate to give them an opportunity regarding mom. I know, I sound paranoid, but hey, it's not funny what can go on out there!

Yes, she is hired by a health care agency and is quitting it. I will check the contract. thank you!

Does your home health aide work for a health care agency and she is quitting the agency? If yes, re-read the contract you had with the agency, there might be what is called a "finder's fee" if you hire the aide privately.

If the government is giving you money to help care for someone, they have a right to see the expenses involved. Don't forget, that money is what all taxpayers are paying to help those in need.