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SECTION 2 · ELIGIBILITY

Who Qualifies for Paid Caregiving

Before applying, it is important to understand whether the person receiving care meets the income, asset, and care requirements for Medicaid in Virginia.

Step 1

Check what you already have

Quick check

How to Tell if Someone Already Has Medicaid in Virginia

A 2-minute check before going any further. If they already have it, you can skip ahead.

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Step 2

See if they qualify

How to Qualify for Medicaid in Virginia

Income, asset, and eligibility requirements — what counts and what doesn't.

See requirements

How to Qualify for In-Home Care

Medicaid alone isn't enough — there's a separate care needs assessment.

See requirements
Step 3

Next steps after qualifying

  • How to Get Paid to Provide In-Home Care in Virginia
    Steps to become a paid caregiver once eligibility is confirmed.

Paid Caregiving in Virginia

A comprehensive guide to getting paid as a caregiver in Virginia through Medicaid programs.

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