Get Paid to Care for a Loved One

Through Medicaid.

Whether you’re an adult child caring for an aging parent, a family caregiver already stretched thin, searching for reliable in-home care, or wondering if you could get paid to do the caregiving yourself — Grateful Home Care is where Wayne County families start.

$17.13/hr

Michigan Home Help · Jan 2026

No waitlist

Entitlement program

Check My Medicaid Eligibility

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Caring for a loved one can feel overwhelming on your own. We’re here to support you every step of the way.

Help you get paid to care

Help you get paid to care for a parent or spouse through Michigan’s Medicaid Home Help Program.

Handle enrollment & paperwork

Handle enrollment and paperwork for you from day one.

Match with a trained caregiver

Match with a trained, background-checked caregiver, right in your own home.

Build a real care plan

Build care plans around your family member’s day, not a generic checklist.

Free eligibility check, no cost

Free Medicaid eligibility check, before anything gets scheduled.

Ongoing coordinator support

Regular check-ins keep everything on track once care starts.

Everything Your Family Needs, Under One Roof.

Personal Care

Bathing, dressing, grooming, mobility, and toileting — hands-on ADL support delivered with patience and respect.

Companion Care

Meal preparation, light housekeeping, medication reminders, errands, and meaningful company.

Respite Care

Scheduled breaks for primary caregivers. A trained substitute steps in so you can rest.

Home Health Aide

Higher-need non-medical support for people managing chronic conditions or recovering from a hospital stay.

Senior Home Care

Dedicated support for older adults who want to remain in their own homes. Focused on safety and routine.

Care for Disabled Adults

Daily support for adults with physical or developmental disabilities through Medicaid HCBS programs.

Long-Term Care

Steady daily support for clients with chronic conditions — over months and years, not just a recovery period.

Get Paid to Care

Qualifying relatives can be hired and paid to care for a family member through Medicaid self-directed programs.

Four Simple Steps to Get Started.

From your first call to your first shift, we manage every detail of the enrollment process so you can focus on what matters: caring for your loved one.

Free Eligibility Call

Tell us about your family’s situation. We’ll walk through which Medicaid programs your household may qualify for.

Assessment and Care Planning

We confirm what’s covered and build a plan around your family member’s day — not a template.

Caregiver Match or Enrollment

We match your family with a trained caregiver, or walk a qualifying relative through enrolling as a paid provider.

Care Begins

Support starts on schedule. Regular check-ins keep everything on track with state guidelines.

“I never thought I could be paid for taking care of my husband. Grateful walked me through every step. My first payment came through without any issues.”

Karen B. Family Caregiver — Wayne County, MI

“Our caregiver shows up on time, every time. My father has someone he looks forward to seeing, and I finally have the peace of mind I haven’t had in two years.”

Linda M. Family member — Detroit, MI

“The coordinator picks up the phone. That alone is rare. Whenever something has come up, it’s been resolved the same day.”

James T. Adult child — Wayne County, MI

“I never thought I could be paid for taking care of my husband. Grateful walked me through every step. My first payment came through without any issues.”

Karen B. Family Caregiver — Wayne County, MI

Common Questions Wayne County Families Ask About Getting Paid to Care.

Can’t find the answer you’re looking for? Call us directly and a Wayne County coordinator will answer your questions the same day.

Yes. Through Michigan’s Medicaid Home Help Program, a qualifying family member — including an adult child — can be hired and paid to provide care for a parent, spouse, or relative who needs help at home.

Your family member typically needs Medicaid and a documented need for help with daily activities like bathing, dressing, or meal prep. We check eligibility for your family at no cost.

No formal certification is required to care for your own family member under this program. Our team walks you through enrollment, paperwork, and any required training.

That’s fine too. Grateful Home Care also matches households with a trained caregiver for personal care, companion support, or higher-need home health aide services.

Timelines vary by household. Once your family’s Medicaid status is confirmed, our team moves quickly — and we follow up the same day you reach out.

Complete the form, or give us a call, and we’ll walk through what Michigan Medicaid covers for your family.

Whether that means getting paid to provide the care yourself, or bringing in a trained caregiver, we’ll help you figure out which path fits.

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