Empowering Homecare is an agency that offers Personal Care Assistant (PCA) Choice services to individuals in need of support with day-to-day activities. This program is available for those receiving PCA services through Medical Assistance (MA), MA waiver programs, or the Alternative Care program. With PCA Choice, the care recipient has the autonomy to hire their own personal care workers and direct their own care. The agency acts as a fiscal intermediary, handling billing for PCA services and paying the PCAs.
PCAs are trained workers who assist individuals with daily living needs due to disease, a disabling condition, or complications related to aging. Personal assistance services provided by PCAs help individuals maintain their independence and remain active in their communities. Under the PCA Choice Option, the care recipient is responsible for tasks such as hiring, training, scheduling, and supervising PCA staff. The agency, as the fiscal intermediary, takes care of administrative tasks like billing, enrollment, and maintaining required insurance.
Empowering Homecare offers maximum choice and control to individuals using their services, allowing them to select, manage, and dismiss their workers as needed. The agency is committed to providing personalized care and support to help individuals maintain their health and well-being in their own homes or preferred settings. By empowering individuals to take an active role in their care, Empowering Homecare promotes independence and dignity for those in need of assistance with daily activities.