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How old is your granddaughter? Does she have any special training in caring for the elderly? Does she have a job outside of caring for you? Is she married and/or have kids? Do you have dementia or any disease? What are your limitations? These are all things to consider when making anyone a caregiver. You say you moved her in with you. That makes me think she is young. Make sure you discuss with her POA, finances, future plans for you both and such. She might want to consult with an attorney as well.
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Your caregiver should have the ability to help you sign up, or the ability to contact professionals who do this.

The Area Agency on Aging may have a social worker who can assist you. This agency is often part of your local senior center.

Naming a family member without the skills required, or calling them your caregiver
does not serve you. It often results in the family member being paid but no help comes your way.
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Call your local health and human services office for your county of residence.
You may be able to type "Medicaid" in your computer search bar and find contact information for your local office.

Call and tell them you would like to apply for medicaid. If you get a chance to talk with a Medicaid social worker, explain your situation to them.

There are different types of programs, depending on your condition and your needs, which you might be eligible for. If you qualify for Community and Home Based Services, ask if your granddaughter can be paid as your caregiver.

Keep in mind, this is not just free money given away easily. You must meet eligibility requirements, and have specific care needs which you are unable to do for yourself, and she must be able to meet those care needs. A social worker will determine how many hours a week of care services can be paid. Some states will require her to be employed with a home care agency, or use a fiscal manager, contracted with Medicaid, so that her hours worked can be billed to Medicaid, and that agent will pay her through payroll.
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