i live with my grandmother and am not able to have a regular job. could i be eligible for some caregiver pay?
- Introduction
- Diagnosis
- Treatment
- Prevention
-
Caregiving
- Coping with Emotional Changes
- Coping with Memory Loss
- Costs and Insurance
- Creating a Daily Routine
- Exercise
- Health and Wellbeing of the Caregiver
- Home Safety Adjustments
- Mental Exercises
- Respite Care
- Talking to Children about Alzheimer's
- Talking to Friends about Alzheimer's
- Telling Someone They Have Alzheimer's
- Transition to Assisted Living
- Transition to Nursing Home
- Work
- Related Conditions
- Resources
Q: can i be paid for live in care for a grandmother
Answers (3)
1/13/09 4:38pm
Hi, Ellen,
I asked this same question in relation to my mother several years ago after I had gotten laid off. My tax preparer said this wasn't an option as far as federal income tax deductions were concerned; instead, he said I really needed to consider my work as a "labor of love."
However, if I were in your shoes, I'd call your state's Council on Aging to see if there might be some sort of program available from your state that would provide financial assistance for you as a caregiver.
Take care and keep us posted!
Dorian
1/15/09 9:29am
Hi I am not a professionial but my husband is in home hospice. My granddaughter is a CNA they ask if she was interested in being paid to help. She said no. the answer to your question is it depends on the company and what you are doing to aide her.
Connie
1/28/09 3:50pm
yes through medicare or medicade you can be the designated care giver and get paid.
Important:
We hope you find this general health information helpful. Please note however, that this Q&A is meant to support not replace the professional medical advice you receive from your doctor. No information in the Answers above is intended to diagnose or treat any condition. The views expressed in the Answers above belong to the individuals who posted them and do not necessarily reflect the views of Remedy Health Media. Remedy Health Media does not review or edit content posted by our community members, but reserves the right to remove any material it deems inappropriate.
By ellen— Last Modified: 10/18/10, First Published: 01/13/09
Featuring Content From:
By using this service, you accept our Terms of Use. Please read them. The consumer health information on is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice or treatment for any medical conditions. You should promptly seek professional medical care if you have any concern about your health, and you should always consult your physician before starting a fitness regimen. Copyright © 2012 Remedy Health Media, LLC. All Rights Reserved.
