Key Takeaways A new federal law adds work requirements for certain Medicaid adults. In Illinois, these requirements are scheduled to begin in 2027. These new
Key Takeaways Income is generally not used to determine basic eligibility for the Illinois Community Care Program (CCP), though it may affect an individual’s cost
Key Takeaways The Determination of Need (DoN) assessment helps determine an individual’s care needs for Illinois home care programs. A Care Coordination Unit completes the
Key Takeaways The Community Care Program (CCP) generally serves older adults age 60 and up who need help with daily activities at home. The Home
Key Takeaways CDPAP is a Medicaid-funded program specific to New York State. Illinois does not offer a program by that exact name. Illinois’ Home Services
Key Takeaways Illinois Medicaid funds two main paid caregiver programs: the Community Care Program (CCP) for older adults, and the Home Services Program (HSP) for
Key Takeaways In Illinois, spouses may be eligible to serve as paid caregivers through the Community Care Program (CCP). The person receiving care must meet
Key Takeaways Elderly parents refuse help most often out of fear, losing independence, feeling like a burden, or not wanting to admit things have changed,
Key Takeaways Illinois pays more than family members to become paid caregivers in Illinois through the Community Care Program (CCP) and the Home Services Program
Key Takeaways The U.S. Justice Department filed a civil Medicaid home care fraud lawsuit against New York officials and a private contractor in June 2026.
