Empowering Missourians with Flexible and Personalized Home Care Options
At Home Care Missouri is committed to helping individuals with disabilities live independently, offering a unique and empowering approach to personal care through its Consumer Directed Services (CDS) program. By combining expert guidance with the highest rates for caregivers, At Home Care stands out as a trusted partner for families across Missouri.
What Are Consumer Directed Services?
Consumer Directed Services (CDS) is a Medicaid-based program designed to provide individuals with disabilities the resources they need to live independently, while ensuring they receive personalized care in their homes. Unlike traditional in-home care services, CDS allows the person receiving care to act as an employer. This means they can hire, train, and manage their own caregivers, fostering a sense of empowerment and control over their care.
This program is not only about convenience but about giving consumers the opportunity to live safely and comfortably in their own homes rather than being in more restrictive environments like nursing homes or other institutions.
Why Choose At Home Care CDS?
At Home Care Missouri specializes in making the CDS process as seamless as possible for consumers, their families, and attendants. Here’s how they excel in providing top-tier services for the program:
1. Flexibility with Attendants
With At Home Care’s CDS program, consumers have full control over who is hired to deliver care. Be it a trusted friend, family member, or neighbor, consumers can select individuals they know and trust (as long as they meet all program requirements).
2. Comprehensive Support
While consumers are the legal employers of their caregivers, At Home Care CDS provides training, support, and tools to help them succeed. They assist with key employer responsibilities like hiring, scheduling, and supervising. For the paperwork and administration side, At Home Care handles critical tasks like processing payroll, criminal background checks, and compliance with Missouri’s Medicaid requirements.
3. Highest Caregiver Pay Rates
One of At Home Care’s biggest differentiators is their ability to provide some of the highest payment rates for attendants. For personal care attendants, this is more than just a job; it’s an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on someone else’s life while earning compensation that reflects the important work they do.
4. Expertly Tailored Services for a Range of Needs
From assisting with bathing and mobility tasks to taking care of laundry and transportation, At Home Care ensures every participant receives care aligned with their specific needs, following a personalized care plan developed by the Missouri Division of Senior and Disability Services (DSDS).
How Do You Qualify for CDS?
To participate in At Home Care CDS, individuals must:
Be at least 18 years old.
Be eligible for MO HealthNet (Medicaid).
Require a level of care typically provided in a nursing facility.
Be capable of living independently with the assistance of their caregiver(s).
Be able to direct their own care and act as an employer.
Once approved, the DSDS conducts a thorough assessment to evaluate the individual’s needs, creating a detailed care plan that At Home Care CDS uses to provide tailored support.
A Team You Can Count On
At Home Care Missouri doesn’t just stop at helping you get started. They provide ongoing support to consumers, ensuring they’re equipped to advocate for their needs, manage their care plans, and remain compliant with MO HealthNet regulations. Their comprehensive training sessions create confidence among participants so they can effectively manage hiring, supervising, and even replacing attendants when required.
Additionally, At Home Care manages all the behind-the-scenes logistics, from ensuring all attendants pass rigorous background checks to assisting with the required forms and timekeeping measures.
Empowering Independence with a Personal Touch
At Home Care Missouri isn’t just about providing services. It’s about giving individuals the freedom to live their lives on their own terms while ensuring high standards of care. With dedicated support, extensive resources, and industry-leading pay for caregivers, they are setting the standard for Consumer Directed Services in Missouri.
If you or a loved one is interested in learning more about joining the CDS program, give At Home Care a call at 1-866-AT-HOME-8. Independence starts here.
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