Can I get paid to take care of my parents?

A family caregiver can be compensated for providing care to a loved one if the care they provide is necessary. The individual receiving the care must demonstrate a functional need for assistance with one or more activities of daily living. The type of care provided must be spelled out in a caregiver agreement, and certain conditions must be met. In this video, Lara explains what needs to be done so that no red flags are raised when it comes to applying for Medicaid.