How Much Can You Get Paid to Care for a Family Member?

Get your estimate

Answer a few quick questions to see what caregiving could pay in your state.

Your state

Who are you caring for?

Level of need

Light Reminders, check-ins, light help with hygiene (about 1–2 hrs/day) Moderate Help with bathing, meals, getting around (about 2–4 hrs/day) Intensive Full personal care, transfers, near-constant support (4–6+ hrs/day)

Is your loved one on Medicaid?

Tax-free

You could receive an estimated $45–$85 per day, tax-free.

About $315–$595 per week.

About an estimated $1,370–$2,580 per month.

A planning estimate, not a guarantee. Actual pay depends on a state assessment and eligibility.

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Rates shown as of July 2026.

Getting paid to care for family, in plain language

Here's what that actually means, before you see your estimate.

It's a tax-free stipend.

In many states, a family member can be paid to care for a loved one at home — and you keep the full amount.

Paid daily, not hourly.

It's a stipend, not an hourly wage — pay is structured around a daily rate, not hours worked.

Built around your situation.

Your estimate is based on your exact state and care level — not a generic number.
See amounts and rules for your state →

Common questions about getting paid to care for family

How much can I get paid to care for a family member?

A family caregiver can get paid $16 to $28 per hour in 2026, up to $2,000 per month depending on their state program. Each state has different requirements and pay rates, with some states offering tax-free payments and states with an elevated cost of living offering higher rates. Caregiver salary varies between direct pay, agencies, and managed care plans.

Is caregiver stipend pay taxed?

Caregivers don’t have to pay taxes if they receive a daily stipend through Structured Family Caregiving or the VA. If you are paid through a private arrangement or state plans that don’t exclude “difficulty of care payments,” you may have to pay full or partial taxes. Additionally, some states may tax caregivers that don’t live in the same home as the care recipient.

Which states pay family caregivers, and where can Givers enroll me?

All 50 states pay caregivers for caring for a family member or friend depending on state-specific requirements. Payment and eligibility are different in each state. Givers provides matching and enrollment support for all 50 states and acts as a licensed agency in Ohio, Connecticut and Georgia, with upcoming plans in Michigan.

Can I get paid to care for my spouse, parent, or adult child?

Yes. Medicaid state plans in all 50 states pay caregivers if they meet state-specific requirements. Not all states pay spouses for caregiving, although there is a nationwide movement to include spouses in more programs. Structured Family Caregiving programs may pay a live-in spouse.

Do I have to live with the person I care for?

It depends. To get paid to take care of a family member through Structured Family Caregiving, you must live with the Medicaid participant. Other options like payment through the VA, private arrangements and some Medicaid waivers may not have a live-in requirement.

Is Givers free? Is Givers legit?

Yes. Givers is free and supported through government programs. Givers is Medicaid-licensed and the only SOC2-compliant Structured Family Caregiving agency. We have 50 five-star reviews and a proven track record of reducing hospitalizations and caregiver stress.