Home Care in Tennessee

Does Tennessee have IHSS?

The Tennessee OPTIONS for Community Living program is a program designed to help elderly and disabled adults to live independently in their homes with caregiver assistance.

What is the Choices program in Tennessee?

TennCare CHOICES in Long-Term Services and Supports is for adults with a physical disability and seniors. CHOICES offers services to help a person live in their own home or in the community. 

Does TennCare cover home health care?

TennCare CHOICES is a state funded program for Tennessee that provides long-term care services for seniors. Long-term care also includes certain services to help a person remain at home or in the community. 

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

The National Family Caregiving Support Program (NFCSP) provides resources and assistance for unpaid caregivers providing care for someone who is 60 years of age or older or someone with Alzheimer’s disease or related dementia.