Get Paid for the Care You Give
Caring for a family member, friend, or neighbor each day? We help you qualify to Maryland’s Community First Choice Program, get paid, and feel supported every step of the way. Contact us today to check your eligibility and start earning for the care you already provide.
How We Help Family & Friend Caregivers Get Paid & Supported
At Concierge Home Care of Maryland, we guide Maryland residents who care for a relative, neighbor, or friend through the process of enrolling in the state's Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) Waiver programs. These programs help people stay safely at home — and compensate the caregivers who support them.
Through these programs and with the support of agencies like Concierge Home Care of Maryland, family and friend caregivers can receive reliable wages, benefits, and ongoing guidance — so they can continue providing care without sacrificing their own financial security or peace of mind.
What HCBS Waiver Program You May Be Eligible For?
Community First Choice (CFC), which is the main one
Community Personal Assistance Services (CPAS)
Community Options Waiver (CO)
Increased Community Services (ICS)
Get Paid For The Care You Give
Caring for a family member, friend, or neighbor each day? We help you qualify to Maryland’s Community First Choice Program, get paid, and feel supported every step of the way. Contact us today to check your eligibility and start earning for the care you already provide.
How We Help Family & Friend Caregivers Get Paid & Supported
At Concierge Home Care of Maryland, we guide Maryland residents who care for a relative, neighbor, or friend through the process of enrolling in the state's Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) Waiver programs. These programs help people stay safely at home — and compensate the caregivers who support them.
At Concierge Home Care of Maryland, we guide Maryland residents who care for a relative, neighbor, or friend through the process of enrolling in the state's Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) Waiver programs. These programs help people stay safely at home — and compensate the caregivers who support them.
What HCBS Waiver Program You May Be Eligible For?
Community First Choice (CFC), which is the main one
Community Personal Assistance Services (CPAS)
Community Options Waiver (CO)
Increased Community Services (ICS)
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 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 member
How We Help Family & Friend Caregivers Get Paid & Supported
At Concierge Home Care of Maryland, we guide Maryland residents who care for a relative, neighbor, or friend through the process of enrolling in the state's Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) Waiver programs. These programs help people stay safely at home — and compensate the caregivers who support them.
Through these programs and with the support of agencies like Concierge Home Care of Maryland, family and friend caregivers can receive reliable wages, benefits, and ongoing guidance — so they can continue providing care without sacrificing their own financial security or peace of mind.
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 Is NOT Eligible To Be a Paid Family 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 Paid Services Can Family and Friend Caregivers Provide Under The CFC Program?
Light Housekeeping
Laundry
Meal Preparation
Hands-on Assistance with Feeding
Medication Reminders
Teeth Brushing
Bathing
Dressing
Grooming
Toileting Support
Incontinence Care
Mobility Assistance
Help Transferring
Scheduling Transportation
Accompanying To Appointments
Help with Shopping and Errands
Post-Hospitalization Support
Help with Assistive Technology
What Services Are NOT Covered By The CFC Program?
Emotional Support & Companionship
Home Exercice Programs
Help with Technology
Recreational & Social Activities
Why Choose Concierge Home Care of Maryland
To Handle Your Medicaid/CFC Benefits
Expert Leadership
20+ years of combined experience in home care and Medicaid HCBS
Trusted Care & Backup Support
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.
Pay & Benefits Made Easy
We offer competitive pay and benefits* for your caregiver, with seamless enrollment, timely payments, and Medicaid compliance.
* Eligibility for benefits begins at 32 worked hours per week.
What Paid Services Do Caregivers Provide
Under The CFC Program?
Light Housekeeping
Laundry
Meal Preparation
Hands-on Assistance with Feeding
Medication Reminders
Teeth Brushing
Bathing
Dressing
Grooming
Toileting Support
Incontinence Care
Mobility Assistance
Help Transferring
Scheduling Transportation
Accompanying To Appointments
Help with Shopping and Errands
Post-Hospitalization Support
Help with Assistive Technology
What Services Are NOT Covered By The CFC Program?
Emotional Support & Companionship
Home Exercice Programs
Help with Technology
Recreational & Social Activities
Why Choose Concierge Home Care of Maryland
To Handle Your Medicaid/CFC Benefits
Expert Leadership
20+ years of combined experience in home care and Medicaid HCBS Waiver programs
Trusted Care & Backup Support
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.
Pay & Benefits Made Easy
We offer competitive pay and benefits* for your caregiver, with seamless enrollment, timely payments, and Medicaid compliance.
* Eligibility for benefits begins at 32 worked hours per week.
How To Enroll & Get Paid as a Family or Friend 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.
Start of Services
Schedule a in-home safety and needs assessment with our nurse and complete necessary paperwork.
Start of Services
Begin receiving services from your family or friend caregiver.
How To Enroll & Get Paid as a Family or Friend 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.
Contact Concierge Home Care of Maryland for caregiver onboarding (background checks, orientation, full hiring).
In-Home Assessment
Schedule a in-home safety and needs assessment with our nurse and complete necessary paperwork.
Start of Services
Begin receiving services from your family or friend caregiver.
Still Need Help?
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Still Need Help?
Need personalized guidance? Our experienced and dedicated team is happy to help.
Call us or fill out our contact form by clicking the button below.
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