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Paying for care in Rhode Island

Getting paid to care for a family member in Rhode Island

Yes. In Rhode Island, a family member can be paid to give care through Personal Choice Program. A spouse cannot be paid through this program.

Respite care for family caregivers in Rhode Island

Yes. In Rhode Island, family caregivers can get respite through one program on record: CareBreaks.

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Programs on record

How to apply

Personal Choice Program

How to apply

Enrollment is by choice. If you meet the eligibility requirements, contact a person-centered options counselor or a Conflict-Free Case Management Agency, or visit the MyOptionsRI website (www.myoptions.ri.gov).

Source: 210-RICR-50-10-2, Self-Directed Care (Executive Office of Health and Human Services, effective 02/12/2024)Checked

CareBreaks

How to apply

Call 401-421-7833, Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, and ask for the CareBreaks Program, or contact the Rhode Island Aging and Disability Resource Center at 401-462-4444.

Source: CareBreaks (Rhode Island Office of Healthy Aging)Checked

Phone

401-421-7833

Ask for the CareBreaks Program, Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm. The Rhode Island Aging and Disability Resource Center is 401-462-4444.

Source: CareBreaks (Rhode Island Office of Healthy Aging)Checked

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