Wisconsin Medicaid family caregiver program
Get paid to care for a family member in Wisconsin
You are already doing the work. Through Wisconsin Medicaid Personal Care Services, you can be hired, trained, and paid — often up to about $2,000 a month — to care for your mother, father, or loved one at home. No caregiving experience required.
Who can be paid as a family caregiver?
Wisconsin Medicaid funds in-home personal care for elderly and disabled residents, including children age 6 and older. When a family member provides that care, the state can pay them through an agency like Avida. Adult children, siblings, grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and close family friends are commonly approved.
- Your loved one qualifies for Wisconsin Medicaid
- They need hands-on help with daily activities
- You can provide care in their home
- You pass a background check
- Free training provided — no certificate needed
- Bilingual English and Spanish support
How it works, step by step
1. Free eligibility screening
Call your county ADRC for a no-cost long-term care screening, or let our team walk you through it. This confirms which Medicaid program fits your loved one.
2. Get hired and trained
You apply to Avida as a Personal Care Worker. We handle the background check, provide free training, and set you up on payroll — no experience needed.
3. Care on your schedule, paid every pay period
You care for your own family member at home, log your hours, and get paid. A care coordinator and nurse support you the whole way.
Free review
Request a free eligibility review
Tell us a little about your situation and our bilingual team will reach out — usually the same business day — to walk you through your options.
Request a free eligibility review
Tell us about your situation and a care specialist will check eligibility for you — usually within 1 business day.
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Paid family caregiver questions
Can I get paid to take care of my mother in Wisconsin?+
Yes. If your mother qualifies for Wisconsin Medicaid Personal Care Services — through the state plan benefit, Family Care, Partnership, or IRIS — you can be hired as her paid caregiver by an agency like Avida. We train you, handle payroll and paperwork, and provide nurse oversight.
How much can a family caregiver earn?+
Pay depends on the hours Medicaid approves for your loved one. Families we work with commonly earn up to about $2,000 per month. We tell you the approved hours and hourly pay before you start.
Which relatives can be paid?+
Adult children, siblings, grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and even close family friends are commonly approved. Spouses and legal guardians face extra restrictions under Wisconsin rules — call us and we will tell you honestly whether your situation qualifies.
Do I need caregiving experience or a certificate?+
No prior experience is required. Avida provides the free training you need to become a Personal Care Worker, plus ongoing support from a care coordinator and nurse.
What if my loved one is not on Medicaid yet?+
Start with a free screening from your county Aging and Disability Resource Center — in Milwaukee County, (414) 289-6874. Many families assume they earn too much and are wrong. We can also begin private-pay care while an application is pending.
How long does it take to start getting paid?+
Once your loved one is enrolled in a Medicaid program and hours are approved, hiring and training usually takes a couple of weeks. We move as fast as the paperwork allows and keep you updated at every step.
Ready to talk? Call or text us today.
Our team is fluent in English and Spanish, with many other languages supported through a translation partner.