Bill > S886

This bill amends Massachusetts law to expand who can serve as paid caregivers under MassHealth (Massachusetts' Medicaid program) home and community-based services. Specifically, the bill allows legally liable family members, which includes biological, adoptive, foster, and step parents, legal guardians, powers of attorney, healthcare powers of attorney, and adult children of care recipients, to be recognized as eligible paid caregivers. Currently, some restrictions may have prevented these family members from being compensated for providing care. The bill requires the Executive Office of Health and Human Services to file the necessary state plan amendment or waiver application to implement this change, which would enable these family members to receive payment for caregiving services through MassHealth. This provision aims to provide financial support and recognition for family members who are already providing essential care to their loved ones, potentially reducing the financial burden on families and supporting home-based care options.

Health and Social Services

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S886