Frequently Asked Questions
How much do you pay caregivers?
Attendant caregivers and Homemakers are paid $16.50 an hour for the first 40 hours, Then $24.75 an hour for all overtime hours worked.
Structured Family Caregivers receive a stipend under the Health & Wellness or Pathways Medicaid Waiver. The amount is based on the level of care determined by the state. Our pass through rates are as follows:
Level 1: $55 per day
Level 2: $75 per day
Level 3: $106.75 per day
Please note: Structured Family Caregivers are given an annual year end statement outlining the total amount of stipends received and clarifies that these payments are not considered taxable income. You will not receive a 1099.
What benefits do you offer caregivers?
Our caregivers that work overtime are paid $16.50 an hour for the first 40 hours, Then $24.75 an hour for all overtime hours worked.
Do you allow caregivers to file tax exempt?
YES!
If you choose to claim tax exempt on your tax forms, you will only have Medicare and social security taxes deducted from your check. There will be no federal income or state income taxes deducted.
Live-in caregivers providing Attendant care or Homemaker services may qualify for tax-exempt status under IRS Notice 2014-7. According to this notice, certain payments received for providing care to an individual in the caregiver’s home can be excluded from federal and state income tax.
We strongly recommend consulting a tax professional to ensure proper understanding and application of this tax exemption and to address any individual tax situations.
Will Structured Family Caregivers receive a 1099 at the end of the year?
No.
Structured Family Caregivers are not considered employees or independent contractors. Instead it is considered a tax-free stipend.
They are given an annual year end statement outlining the total amount of stipends received and clarifies that these payments are not considered taxable income. They do not receive a 1099 or a W2.
We strongly recommend consulting a tax professional to ensure proper understanding and to address any individual tax situations.
What Indiana Counties do you serve?
Attendant Care: All of Indiana
Homemaker Services: All of Indiana
Structured Family Caregiving: Adams, Allen, DeKalb, Huntington, Wells, and Whitley
Caregiver Consulting: All of Indiana
CPR Certifications: Training Center located in Allen County
What is the hiring process like?
Employee Onboarding is simple and can be done all online. Once you decide to join our team, an email with directions will be sent to you.
If you are in the Structured Family Caregiving Program, you will have in-home visits over the course of your participation.
Requirements
An applicant must be at least eighteen (18) years of age
Must pass a background check done by Family Solutions
Need Current (last 12 months) TB test results
Need Current CPR Certification - Let us know if you need help getting certified!
How do I get started?
Starting is easy!
If you are already on the A&D waiver or the TBI waiver, then you would just reach out to your case manager and let them know your needed schedule and that you want Family Solutions Home Care to be your provider.
If you aren't on a Medicaid Waiver, but want to know if you might qualify? Please reach out to Family Solutions Home Care to help guide you through the process.