Section 3 · The Process
How to Apply for Paid Caregiving
A step-by-step walkthrough of becoming a paid caregiver in Virginia — from timelines and documents to assessments, enrollment, and getting paid.
Follow the steps in order
- 1
UNDERSTAND THE TIMELINE
How Long Does the Virginia Medicaid Caregiver Approval Process Take?
- 2
GATHER YOUR DOCUMENTS
What Documents Do You Need to Apply for Medicaid Paid Caregiving in Virginia?
- 3
DISABILITY DETERMINATION
How Does Virginia Medicaid Make a Disability Determination?
- 4
THE HOME ASSESSMENT
What Happens During the Virginia Medicaid Home Assessment?
- 5
MEET YOUR SERVICES FACILITATOR
What Is a Services Facilitator in Virginia Medicaid CCC Plus?
- 6
ENROLL AS THE CAREGIVER
How Consumer-Directed Caregiver Enrollment Works
- 7
SUBMIT TIMESHEETS AND GET PAID
How to Submit Timesheets as a Medicaid Caregiver in Virginia
- 8
SET UP A BACKUP CAREGIVER
What Is the Backup Caregiver Requirement Under Virginia Medicaid?