Idaho Self-Directed Community Supports Program
Idaho's Self-Directed Community Supports program empowers individuals to hire and manage their own caregivers, including family members, providing flexibility and control over their home care services.
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(800) 555-0001How the Idaho Self-Directed Community Supports Program Works
Idaho's program offers both agency-directed and self-directed options. In the self-directed model, you receive a budget and hire your own caregivers, including family members (spouses may be eligible in certain circumstances).
A fiscal employer agent handles payroll and tax withholdings, while you maintain control over who provides your care and when. Support brokers are available to help you navigate the program.
Idaho's rural character makes family caregiving especially valuable, as professional caregiving agencies may have limited reach in many parts of the state.
Who Qualifies in Idaho?
Eligibility Requirements
- Must be enrolled in Idaho Medicaid
- Must be assessed as needing an institutional level of care
- Must be enrolled in an appropriate HCBS waiver
- Idaho residents only
- Must be willing to direct own services or have a representative
Who Can Be a Caregiver?
- Adult children
- Siblings & relatives
- Trusted friends
- Spouses (varies by program)
Frequently Asked Questions About Idaho's Program
Idaho's self-directed program gives you a budget based on your assessed needs. You hire, schedule, and manage your own caregivers, including family members. A fiscal employer agent handles the paperwork and payroll, letting you focus on care.
Idaho has provisions that may allow spouses to serve as paid caregivers in certain circumstances, though this is more restricted than other family relationships. The specific eligibility depends on your waiver program and individual situation.
A support broker is a professional who helps you navigate the self-directed program. They assist with developing your budget, understanding program rules, and connecting with resources. Their services are included in your program at no additional cost.
Idaho's program is particularly beneficial in rural areas where professional caregiving agencies may not operate. Family members can provide care even in remote locations, ensuring that geography doesn't limit access to home-based services.
Idaho provides training resources for family caregivers covering essential skills, safety procedures, and documentation requirements. Additional specialized training may be available depending on the care recipient's specific needs.
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Check your eligibility for the Idaho Self-Directed Community Supports Program today.
Call (800) 555-0001