Learn more about CFSS in Minnesota
The Minnesota Leadership Council on Aging reports that in Minnesota alone, 600,000 caregivers leave over $7 billion on the table annually as they provide non-medical home care for elderly parents or disabled family members.
At Best Care, we’ve made it our mission to help you get paid for the work you’re already doing to care for your family member.
Explore your options below and discover how caregivers can be compensated for the in-home support they currently offer.
In Minnesota, you may be eligible to get paid for caregiving work, even if you are helping a family member. If you do any of the following tasks for someone who needs assistance with daily living, you might be eligible for compensation:
In 2024, Minnesota began transitioning from the personal care assistance (PCA) program to the Community First Services and Supports (CFSS) program. While the name of the program has changed, the programs provide the same primary services.
To get paid as a caregiver, you must meet eligibility requirements, undergo a background check, enroll with the Minnesota Department of Human Services, and become employed through a licensed provider agency such as Best Care.
To learn more about getting paid to take care of a family member, contact Best Care directly at (651) 330-2550 or info@bestcaremn.com.
In addition to Minnesota’s CFSS program, you may also qualify for compensation through Medicaid or the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).
Medicaid's Cash & Counseling Program offers low-income individuals the freedom to choose their own home attendant, including the option to hire relatives or friends as their personal care assistant.
The program is available in 48 states (although it may be called by a different name), and eligibility requirements and rules vary. Refer to the National Resource Center for Participant-Directed Services to learn about your state’s specific requirements.
The VA’s Program of Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers (PCAFC) allows eligible caregivers to receive a monthly stipend and other benefits for providing care to a disabled veteran.
Both the caregiver and veteran must meet eligibility requirements to receive compensation from the VA.
Can I get paid to take care of my elderly parent in Minnesota?
Yes, you can receive compensation for caring for an elderly parent.
Can spouses be paid caregivers in Minnesota?
Yes, under CFSS, you can get paid to care for your spouse in Minnesota. Under the previous PCA program, spouses were not eligible to receive compensation for caregiving.
Can I get paid to care for my child in Minnesota?
Yes, under CFSS, parents can receive compensation to care for their adult or minor child who needs assistance due to a disability or medical condition. Parents were not eligible for compensation under the PCA program.
How much can caregivers earn in Minnesota?
Personal caregivers in Minnesota earn between $14 and $19 on average. The hourly wage depends on location, qualifications, and other factors.
How many hours can I work per week as a family caregiver in Minnesota?
You can work 310 hours per month as a caregiver, which is about 72.33 hours per week.
Are there tax benefits for family caregivers?
Yes, personal caregivers in Minnesota may receive tax credits and tax deductions for expenses related to caregiving.
