Delaware · DE
How to get paid to care for a family member in Delaware
In Delaware, the main path is Self-Directed Attendant Care (DSHP Plus).1 Eligible for Delaware Medicaid long-term care with medically necessary attendant care needs.1 No statewide caregiver pay rate is published on the official pages we reviewed. Pay is set within the program budget or program rules. Ask the program or its payroll agency for the rate in writing.1
Limited official detail was available for this state. We show only what the official page states.
- Official sources
- Last verified Oct 20, 2026
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Written by Luis Fernando Garcia
Reviewed against official sources Last verified 5 official sources cited
Key facts
- Program
- Self-Directed Attendant Care (DSHP Plus)1
- Who can be paid
- Participants may hire a family member, friend, or neighbor. A legally responsible family member may provide up to 40 hours a week but cannot also be the employer representative.1
- Spouse
- Yes, up to 40 hrs per week1
- Pay
- No statewide caregiver pay rate is published on the official pages we reviewed. Pay is set within the program budget or program rules. Ask the program or its payroll agency for the rate in writing.1
Programs in Delaware
| Program | Type | Eligibility summary | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Self-Directed Attendant Care (DSHP Plus) | HCBS self-directed | Eligible for Delaware Medicaid long-term care with medically necessary attendant care needs. | Official page1 |
| VA Program of Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers | VA | For eligible Veterans with a 70% or higher VA disability rating. See VA stipend. | va.gov2 |
Is there IHSS or CDPAP in Delaware?
No. IHSS is California's In-Home Supportive Services program4 and CDPAP is New York's Consumer Directed Personal Assistance Program5. Delaware does not use those names. The comparable path on the Delaware official source is Self-Directed Attendant Care (DSHP Plus).1
How to apply
- Make sure your loved one is enrolled in DSHP Plus (Medicaid long-term care).1
- Ask the health plan case manager about Self-Directed Attendant Care.1
- Choose the self-directed option and enroll your worker with the payroll (financial management) agency.1
- The worker completes background checks and any required training before starting.1
Your Delaware application checklist
Use this list to track the official steps. It does not decide eligibility. Only the agency decides who qualifies. Applying through the state is free.
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Frequently asked questions
Can a family member get paid to be a caregiver in Delaware?
Possibly, if the person receiving care qualifies. Self-Directed Attendant Care (DSHP Plus): Participants may hire a family member, friend, or neighbor. A legally responsible family member may provide up to 40 hours a week but cannot also be the employer representative.
How much does Delaware pay family caregivers?
No statewide caregiver pay rate is published on the official pages we reviewed. Pay is set within the program budget or program rules. Ask the program or its payroll agency for the rate in writing.
Can a spouse be paid in Delaware?
What the official source says: Yes, up to 40 hrs per week. Confirm with the program before you rely on it.
Who decides if we qualify?
Only the state agency or health plan decides. This site cannot approve anyone or promise eligibility.
Sources
- https://dhss.delaware.gov/services/attendant-services/Official
- VA PCAFC: https://www.va.gov/family-and-caregiver-benefits/health-and-disability/comprehensive-assistance-for-family-caregivers/Official
- USA.gov: https://www.usa.gov/disability-caregiverOfficial
- California CDSS, IHSS: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/in-home-supportive-servicesOfficial
- New York DOH, CDPAP: https://health.ny.gov/health_care/medicaid/program/longterm/cdpap/Official
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