Can a family member be paid to provide personal care services?

Yes. Under Community First Choice (CFC), family members can become paid caregivers through IHSS.

What HCBS waivers cover personal care in Colorado?

On July 1, 2025, personal care services moved from certain HCBS waivers to CFC. Current waiver members can access CFC services and any other needed services through their waiver until their next Continued Stay Review (CSR) during the transition year (July 1, 2025–June 30, 2026). At their next CSR, members may receive these services through CFC and any remaining needed services through their waiver, as long as they remain eligible and use at least one waiver service per month.

What’s the difference between personal care and homemaker services?

Personal care involves direct help with physical tasks such as bathing, mobility, and hygiene. Homemaker services include household tasks like laundry, light cleaning, and meal preparation. Many families receive both through IHSS.

Is training provided for family caregivers?

Yes. Entrust Health ensures caregiver competency for assigned tasks and provides ongoing support for everyone involved in the person’s care.

How do I apply to become a paid caregiver?

Contact Entrust Health. We will help you confirm eligibility, connect with a Case Management Agency, and complete all program steps.

IHSS is a Medicaid-funded program that allows individuals with medical needs to receive care at home rather than in an institutional setting. Through IHSS, a family member or friend can be compensated for providing care, ensuring both quality care and financial support.

How do I qualify for IHSS?

As of July 1, IHSS is a benefit of Colorado Community First Choice (CFC) a Medicaid State Plan benefit designed to give more people the support they need to remain safe, independent, and cared for in their own homes. In addition, IHSS is a benefit of these three waivers: Children’s Home and Community-Based Services (CHCBS) Waiver Complementary and Integrative Health (CIH) Waiver Elderly, Blind, and Disabled (EBD) Waiver

How Entrust Health supports & oversees IHSS

Entrust Health, a Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) certified Home Care Agency, is committed to ensuring that you receive high-quality IHSS services through: Personalized Care Coordination: We create individualized care plans tailored to your specific needs. Comprehensive Caregiver Support: We provide thorough support to ensure your caregivers are compensated, meet state requirements and deliver compassionate care. Ongoing Oversight & Support: Our dedicated team monitors your care plan and provides continuous guidance. Compliance & Quality Assurance: We ensure all services comply with Medicaid regulations and industry standards.

How to get started with Entrust Health

Getting started with IHSS through Entrust Health is simple and stress-free. Our team will guide you through the following steps: Enrollment assistance Care plan development Ongoing client & caregiver support

Personal Care Services in Colorado

Q: What are Personal Care Services?

Personal care services are non-medical supports that help people stay safe and independent at home. They can include Acquisition, Maintenance, and Enhancement of Skills (AME) training to complete ADLs/IADLs (e.g., learning to brush teeth or prepare a simple meal), eating/feeding assistance, personal hygiene (bathing, grooming, shaving with an electric or safety razor, hair care, nail care, basic oral/denture care), preventive skin care when skin is unbroken, and respiratory assistance.

Q: How is caregiver pay handled?

Entrust Health manages caregiver onboarding, payroll, and compliance.

Q: What areas of Colorado do you service?

We serve families across many counties along the I‑25 corridor in Colorado. Reach out to confirm service in your area.

Personalized Home Care for Your Loved One

When it comes to long-term care, most people would rather be at home than in a facility. That’s where personalized home health care comes in.

Personal care services let your loved one receive the assistance they need—bathing, dressing, meal prep, medication reminders, and more—right where they feel safest: at home. With the support of Medicaid and a trusted care partner like Entrust Health, families can even be trained as a family caregiver and get paid to care for their own relatives.

What Are Personal Care Services?

Personal care services refer to non-medical assistance with day-to-day living tasks. These services are designed to help people maintain their independence and stay safe at home.

Here’s what’s typically included:

For example, teaching a client how to safely brush their own teeth or prepare a simple meal

Bathing, including washing, shampooing
Grooming
Shaving with an electric or safety razor
Combing and styling hair
Filing and soaking nails
Basic oral hygiene and denture care

Who We Serve

At Entrust Health, we provide personalized care services to a diverse group of individuals across Colorado:

Our team tailors each care plan to meet the specific medical, emotional, and social needs of the individual receiving services.

Why Choose Entrust Health for IHSS Personal Care Support?

Choosing the right provider is key. Entrust Health stands out by offering:

Step-by-step enrollment support

Personal Care Worker Training

Fast, responsive support staff

Ongoing clinical oversight

Competitive caregiver compensation with benefits

We’re not just another provider—we’re a partner in your caregiving journey.

Medicaid & IHSS Coverage for Personal Care in Colorado

Many families don’t realize that Medicaid covers personal care services in Colorado, provided the member meets the institutional level of care. These services are available through:

Community First Choice (CFC) / IHSS (In-Home Support Services)

Certain HCBS (Home and Community-Based Services) waivers.

These programs make it possible for individuals to receive care at home—and for caregivers (often family members) to be compensated. Entrust Health helps you navigate eligibility, paperwork, and program selection so you can focus on what matters: providing care.

Personal Care Services FAQs

Yes. Under CFC, family members can become paid caregivers through IHSS.

On July 1, 2025, personal care services moved from certain HCBS waivers to CFC. Current waiver members can access the above CFC services and any other needed services through their waiver until their next Continued Stay Review (CSR) during the transition year from July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2026. At their next CSR, members can begin receiving the above services through CFC and any remaining needed services through their waiver, as long as they remain eligible and continue to utilize at least one waiver service per month.

Colorado residents who qualify for Medicaid, meet an institutional level of care, and need help with daily activities may be eligible.

Personal care involves direct help with physical tasks like bathing or mobility. Homemaker services include household tasks like laundry, cleaning or cooking. Many families receive both through IHSS.

Entrust Health manages caregiver onboarding, payroll and compliance.

Absolutely. Entrust Health ensures your competency in performing all assigned tasks and provides ongoing support for everyone involved in your loved one’s care.

Start by contacting Entrust Health. We’ll help you understand eligibility, connect with a Case Management Agency and complete all program steps.

We serve families across many counties along the I-25 corridor in Colorado. Reach out to confirm service in your area.