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The Michigan Home Help Program: Get Paid to Care.

A state-funded program designed to keep your loved ones at home and compensate you for the care you provide.

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What is the Home Help Program?

Supporting Independence in Michigan

The Home Help Program is administered by the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS). It is designed to support individuals who require consistent help with daily activities due to age, disability, or illness.

Instead of moving into a nursing home or assisted living facility, this program empowers individuals to hire their own caregiver—often a family member or friend—to provide that care in the comfort of their own home.

At Ardura Home Care, we guide you through the enrollment process, ensuring you and your loved one meet all state requirements to start receiving support.

Eligibility Requirements

Who Qualifies for Home Help?

For the Care Recipient

To receive services, your loved one must meet the following Michigan criteria:

  • Medicaid Enrollment: Must have active Michigan Medicaid coverage.
  • Medical Necessity: Must require physical help with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) as certified by a doctor.
  • Living Situation: Must live in their own home or apartment (not a hospital, nursing home, or foster care facility).

For the Caregiver

Most family members and friends can be hired as paid caregivers. To qualify, you must:

  • Be at least 18 years old.
  • Pass a criminal background check.
  • Be able to perform the necessary care tasks safely.

Services Covered

What Tasks Can I Be Paid For? The State of Michigan assesses the patient's needs to determine "authorized hours" for specific tasks. These commonly include:

Activities of Daily Living

Eating, toileting, bathing, grooming, dressing, transferring (moving from bed to chair), and mobility assistance.

Instrumental Activities

Medication management, meal preparation, shopping for essentials, laundry, and light housework.

How We Help You

Navigating the System with Ardura

The application process for the Home Help Program involves medical verification forms (DHS-54A), financial assessments, and registration in the state’s CHAMPS system. It can be overwhelming to manage alone.

Ardura Home Care simplifies the process:

  • Eligibility Check: We verify your Medicaid status and care needs.
  • Paperwork Management: We assist with the MDHHS forms and doctor certifications.
  • CHAMPS Registration: We help you enroll as a provider in the state system so you can get paid.
  • Ongoing Support: We handle payroll and ensure you remain compliant with state rules.

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

Pay rates are determined by the state and county guidelines. Contact us for the current rates in your specific county.

Yes! Adult children caring for aging parents is one of the most common arrangements in the Home Help Program.

No. This program focuses on home assistance and does not replace your current medical team.

Start Your Journey Today.

Don’t leave benefits on the table. Let us help you navigate the Michigan Home Help Program.

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