Are you eligible for New York's CDPAP

Older adults who are not eligible for Medicaid in New York may qualify for the New York Expanded In-home Services for the Elderly (EISEP) program. The program allows for Consumer-Directed In-Home Services (CDS), allowing participants to hire their own caregivers, including family members, as long as the care provider meets the state’s requirements. This program varies from county to county, so it’s important to reach out to your local Office for the Aging (also referred to as a local Area Agency on Aging) to get more information on service availability and requirements. EISEP is designed for adults age 60 and older who live at home and require assistance with activities of daily living.

Those who are eligible for Medicaid may be able to utilize New York's Consumer-Directed Personal Assistance Program (CDPAP), offered through NY Managed Medicaid Long Term Care and the Community First Choice programs. Participants work with a county caseworker and a medical professional to determine their required level of care and create a personalized care plan, which includes the number of hours of assistance they require each week. Participants are then able to hire their own caregivers to provide services up to the specified number of hours each week. Spouses and legal guardians are ineligible to be paid caregivers; however, ex-spouses, adult children, and siblings may receive compensation for providing services. A third-party financial management agency oversees payment processing and timesheet approvals.

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