Home Care in Arizona

Can a family member get paid to be a caregiver in Arizona?

Arizona Long Term Care System (ALTCS) is a Medicaid program designed to help those who are medically and financially in need. Under this program family members can get paid to take care of their family members at home.

How much does home health care cost in Arizona?

The average cost of home health care in Arizona is $4,700. Arizona’s Medicaid program pays for the medical costs associated with in-home care through two programs that seniors can use to hire and manage a caregiver of their choice. Several nongovernment programs exist to help seniors in Arizona manage the costs of in-home care.

How do I get home health care in Arizona?

Home Health Care is available for patients that have an acute or chronic illness, an injury or are in need of post-surgical recovery. To be eligible under Medicare, patients must be "home-bound” which means they cannot leave their home without a taxing effort.  

Home Health Care is provided by medical practice groups commonly referred to as a Home Health Agency. The agency employs Nurses, Therapists, Social Workers and other professional care givers who treat and care for the patient according to the medical orders that the patient’s physician has written.