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Paid Caregiver in Illinois: Who Qualifies Beyond Family
Elena and Brooks explain who can be a paid caregiver in Illinois, from spouses and adult children to friends and neighbors, and how the Community Care Program and the Home Services Program differ.
Community Care Program providers may hire a spouse, relative, friend, or neighbor as a home care aide (Illinois Department on Aging).
Not every in-home service provider hires family members, so choose one that does.
Caregivers pass a criminal history check and complete 24 hours of pre-service training.
The person receiving care must be 60 or older, live in Illinois, and have $17,500 or less in…
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