Who may qualify?

You may be a good fit for this program.

Eligibility depends on the individual’s age, coverage, care needs, location, waiver enrollment, and ability to direct their services. These guidelines can help you understand whether it is worth completing an eligibility request.

For the person receiving care

You may be eligible if you:

Are 60 years of age or older
Some home and community-based programs are designed for older Ohio residents.
Have Medicaid coverage
Medicaid eligibility may be required for certain waiver-funded care options.
Have or may qualify for PASSPORT or MyCare Ohio
Treasure Healthcare can help you understand the next step when waiver enrollment is not yet complete.
Live in Painesville, Cleveland, or a nearby community
Submit the form even when you are unsure whether your exact city is within our current service area.
Can direct your care and services
When you cannot direct your own care, you may appoint an authorized representative who can assist with decisions.

For the chosen caregiver

Your caregiver may be hired if they are:

At least 18 years old
The caregiver must meet applicable employment, program, and onboarding requirements.
A qualifying relative
A daughter, son, sibling, extended family member, or another eligible relative may be considered.
A trusted friend or existing caregiver
The patient may identify someone they already know and trust, subject to program approval.

Not sure whether you qualify?

Complete the eligibility form. Our team will review the information and explain the available options.

It only takes a few minutes to get started. Submit the form and let Treasure Healthcare review your situation.

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Family caregiver providing trusted support to a loved one

Care from someone you know Support built around trust, comfort, and family.

How the program works

Three steps toward care you can trust.

Treasure Healthcare helps guide the patient and chosen caregiver through assessment, enrollment, and caregiver onboarding.

Get assessed

For the PASSPORT waiver, the Ohio Department of Aging or its local program administrator will assess the individual to determine eligibility. For the Next Generation MyCare Ohio waiver, the individual begins by selecting or contacting an available managed care organization.

Choose a caregiver

Choose someone you know and trust, such as a daughter, son, relative, friend, or existing caregiver. Treasure Healthcare will help explain enrollment, onboarding, and applicable program requirements.

You receive care — they receive payment

You receive approved care from someone familiar and trusted. After authorization and successful caregiver onboarding, the caregiver may be paid for properly documented and approved services.

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Care built around trust

The right care often begins with someone the patient already knows, trusts, and feels comfortable welcoming into their home.

Treasure Healthcare helps families explore options that can preserve familiar relationships while supporting safety, independence, and dependable daily care.

Treasure Healthcare Services Family caregiver support

Trusted caregiver Chosen by the patient or family

Guided onboarding Support through required steps

Approved paid care Subject to authorization and program rules

Frequently asked questions

Questions about choosing and paying a caregiver?

These answers explain the general process. Final eligibility depends on the patient’s program, assessment, authorization, location, coverage, and caregiver qualifications.

Still have questions? Call (440) 226-9082

Can a family member be paid to provide care?

In some programs, an eligible relative or trusted person may be approved and hired to provide authorized care. The specific relationship and requirements depend on the patient’s waiver, coverage, care plan, and program rules.

Can the patient choose a friend instead of a relative?

A trusted friend or existing caregiver may be considered when permitted by the applicable program. The caregiver must complete required employment, screening, documentation, and training steps.

Does the patient need Medicaid?

Medicaid is commonly required for Medicaid waiver programs. Treasure Healthcare also works with several coverage and payment arrangements, so people who are unsure should still submit an eligibility request.

What if the patient is not enrolled in PASSPORT or MyCare Ohio?

The patient may still submit the form. Treasure Healthcare can review the information and explain which organization or program the patient may need to contact for an assessment.

Does the caregiver need previous healthcare experience?

Previous experience may be helpful but is not always required. The caregiver must still meet applicable hiring, background-check, training, competency, and program requirements before providing paid services.

How quickly can the caregiver begin working?

Timing varies. The patient may need an assessment and authorization, while the caregiver must complete onboarding requirements. Paid services cannot begin until all required approvals are in place.

How and when will the caregiver be paid?

Once hired and authorized, the caregiver is paid through Treasure Healthcare’s regular payroll process for approved, properly documented services. Exact timing and compensation depend on the assignment and applicable program requirements.

Does submitting the form guarantee eligibility?

No. The form allows Treasure Healthcare to review the situation and contact the person who submitted it. Final eligibility, coverage, authorization, employment, and payment depend on applicable assessments and program requirements.

Ready to learn more?

See whether your family may have an available care option.

Complete the short eligibility form or call Treasure Healthcare to speak with our team.

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