Community First Choice Services
Maryland Medicaid Waiver Program for Family Caregivers
9
years
of experience with HCBS
Maryland Medicaid Waiver Program for Family Caregivers
9
years
of experience with HCBS
Maryland’s Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) Waiver provides individuals with the support they need to remain in their homes instead of moving into a facility. One of HCBS waiver programs, Community First Choice (CFC), allows family members, friends, or neighbors to become paid caregivers for their loved ones. Through this program and in partnership with home care agencies like Concierge Home Care of Maryland, caregivers receive wages, benefits, and ongoing support, ensuring they can provide care without sacrificing their own well-being.
Who Is Eligible To Be a Paid Family Caregiver in Maryland?
To qualify as a paid caregiver under the CFC program, the caregiver must:
- Be 18 years or older
- Pass a background check
- Obtain CPR certification before receiving payment
The person that receives care for must:
- Live in Maryland
- Be Medicaid-eligible or active
- Need assistance with daily activities (e.g., dressing, bathing, mobility)
- Live at home, in independent living, or with a family membe
Who Does NOT Quality As a Paid Family and Friend Caregiver in Maryland?
- Minors
- Parents of a minor child (if the minor child if the person receiving care)
- Spouses of the person receiving care
- Legal guardian, representative, or decision-maker of the person receiving care
What Services Do Caregivers Provide Under the CFC Program?
01
Light Housekeeping
02
Laundry
03
Meal Preparation
04
Hands-on Assistance with Feeding
05
Medication Reminders
06
Teeth Brushing
Bathing
07
Dressing & Grooming
08
Toileting Support
09
Incontinence Care
10
Mobility Assistance
11
Help Transferring
12
Scheduling Transportation
13
Accompanying To Appointments
14
Help with Shopping & Errands
15
Post-Hospitalization Support
16
Help with Assistive Technology
17
What Services Are Not Covered By The CFC Program in Maryland?
01
Emotional Support & Companionship
02
Home Exercise Programs
03
Help With Technology
04
Recreational & Social Activities
Why Choose Concierge Home Care of Maryland To Handle Your CFC Benefits
a
Expert Leadership
b
Trusted Care & Backup Support
Pay & Benefits Made Easy
c
We ensure reliable care from your chosen caregiver, with background checks, CPR/First Aid certification, and nurse oversight—plus screened backups if your caregiver is unavailable.
* Eligibility for benefits begins at 32 worked hours per week.
How To Enroll & Get Paid as a Family Caregiver
Start Your Application
Call the Maryland Department of Health (844-627-5465) or Maryland Access Point (844-627-5465) to initiate a referral for the HCBS Waiver/CFC program.
Select Your Support Planning Agency
Choose a Support Planning Agency (or one will be assigned if no selection is made within 21 days).
Complete Your Needs Assessment
Complete your needs assessment when the Local Health Department calls you. Schedule and complete a functional needs assessment when contacted by the Local Health Department or Telligen (a state contractor).
Develop Your Plan of Service
When your support planner calls, develop your Plan Of Service (POS) by requesting the type and amount of services you need and listing Concierge Home Care of Maryland as your personal assistance provider.
Your POS is Reviewed
Once your POS is approved, you’ll receive an official start date letter.
Approval Letter
Once your POS is approved, you’ll receive an official start date letter.
Call Concierge
Contact Concierge Home Care of Maryland for caregiver onboarding (background checks, orientation, full hiring).
In-Home Assessment
Schedule an in-home nurse assessment and complete necessary paperwork.
Approval Letter
Begin receiving services from your family or friend caregiver.
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