Get Paid to Care for a Family Member in Virginia
If you are already caring for someone you love, Virginia Medicaid may pay you for it. The CCC Plus Waiver lets families be hired as caregivers.
Many Virginians provide hours of unpaid care every week for a parent, spouse, or relative. Through the CCC Plus Waiver's consumer-directed option, that care can be compensated — you choose the caregiver, and Medicaid pays for it.
Godaelli helps you check eligibility, enroll, and get set up on payroll. There is no cost to the family at any step.
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CCC Plus Waiver
The Commonwealth Coordinated Care Plus (CCC Plus) Waiver is the Virginia Medicaid program that lets your loved one receive care at home — and lets family members get paid to provide it.
Get Paid to Care for Elderly Parents
Adult children across Virginia are paid to care for aging parents through the CCC Plus Waiver. If your parent qualifies for Medicaid, you may too.
Get Paid to Care for a Spouse
Spousal caregiving has special rules under Medicaid. We help you understand the options available in Virginia and which programs may pay you.
Get Paid to Care for a Disabled Adult
Families caring for a disabled adult or adult child may qualify for compensation through Virginia Medicaid waivers. Here is how to find out.
Virginia Caregiver Pay Program
There is no single "Virginia caregiver program" — there are several. Here is how the main paths to getting paid as a caregiver compare.
Is There CDPAP in Virginia?
CDPAP is technically New York's program name. In Virginia, the equivalent is consumer-directed care under the CCC Plus Waiver — and it lets you get paid to care for family.
Consumer Directed Services
Consumer-directed (CD) services put you in charge: you select, schedule, and direct your own caregiver — and that person can be a family member.
Agency vs Consumer Directed
Both are covered by the CCC Plus Waiver. The difference is who chooses and manages the caregiver — the agency, or you.
Veterans Home Care
Veterans and their families have caregiver-pay options beyond Medicaid. We help you navigate PCAFC, Aid & Attendance, and the VA caregiver stipend.
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Service Areas
Godaelli supports families across Northern Virginia and surrounding regions with CCC Plus Waiver and in-home care.
Virginia Medicaid
Virginia Medicaid covers in-home care for eligible residents — and through the CCC Plus Waiver, it can pay family caregivers too.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you get paid for being a caregiver to a family member in Virginia?
Yes. Through the CCC Plus Waiver's consumer-directed services, a Medicaid-enrolled person who needs help with daily activities can hire a family member as their paid caregiver. Godaelli handles enrollment, payroll, and compliance.
How much can I get paid to care for a family member?
Most family caregivers in Virginia earn $12–$15 per hour, with up to 56 hours per week approved — roughly $2,500 per month. The exact amount depends on the care recipient's assessed needs and their Managed Care Organization.
Do I have to live with the family member I care for?
No. You can provide care during scheduled hours and still receive compensation, whether or not you live in the same home.
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