Understanding the Medicaid Caregiver Program in Michigan
What the Medicaid Caregiver Program Really Is
Michigan’s Michigan’s Medicaid Caregiver Program refers to the Home Help Program managed by the Department of Health and Human Services. It allows non-professional caregivers, like family members or friends, to receive payment for helping someone with daily living needs.
But unlike private home care or insurance-based services, this program is publicly funded and policy-driven.
That means:
Enrollment rules are strict
State forms and caseworker assessments are required
Caregivers must be registered in CHAMPS, Michigan’s provider billing system
Care Plan Inc is here to help families who are unfamiliar with government programs take advantage of the support they’re entitled to.
Medicaid vs. Private Duty Care
What’s the difference between Medicaid-funded caregiving and private home care?
Many families don't realize they're eligible for free or paid caregiving help through Medicaid, we’re here to help you find out.
What Makes This Program Unique
Unlike general caregiver support services, the Medicaid Caregiver Program in Michigan:
Requires that the care recipient have active Medicaid
Covers only non-medical tasks (like cooking, bathing, dressing)
Requires a state-issued care plan
Pays the caregiver weekly after hours are submitted and verified
Caregivers must follow state rules, complete forms like DHS-54A and DHS-390, and be listed as a provider in the state’s CHAMPS system.
Why Families Work With Care Plan Inc
Most caregivers don’t have time to:
Interpret state forms
Navigate CHAMPS registration
Handle documentation or track compliance
That’s why families across Michigan rely on Care Plan Inc. We help you prepare the required forms, answer questions throughout the process, and support you with CHAMPS setup and caregiver onboarding after you’re approved.
Ready to Understand If You Qualify?
We’ll walk you through eligibility, explain CHAMPS, and help you