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seniorcare2018 Asked April 2018

Can I get paid to care for a senior family member?

My mother has COPD and is on oxygen, she takes breathing treatments 3x daily, has had a triple by-pass and can only use the bedside toilet. Other than that, I am her main caregiver for daily care to include her ADLs, cooking cleaning, grocery shopping and getting her medications. Because I am an only child, I have no one to assist me with her care. Professionally, I am an electrician, but unable to keep a job because of the level of care she needs.  Are there resources to pay me for providing her care?

gladimhere Apr 2018
Search this site for answers. This thread is a good place to start.

https://www.agingcare.com/questions/can-i-get-paid-to-care-for-my-grandmother-437863.htm

katgurl58 Apr 2018
My father just came home. Well he is in rehab to get him going again. I waited till they transported him to the facility I am the happiest person on the planet now I am only 5 minutes away I can help with what ever he needs. And the best part is he is back to his prep self. Thank you for your encouraging words

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jeannegibbs Apr 2018
Does your mother qualify for Medicaid? In many states they do pay family members in some cases. It is definitely not at the level of income electricians make.

cdnreader Apr 2018
Dear seniorcare2018,

It is very loving and honorable of you to care for your mother. I know its hard. I don't believe there are any government programs that will pay a family member to care for their elderly parent. Is your mother able to pay you a little bit? Or perhaps other family members? I would call the town office and see what programs are available in the community.

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