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rbowl67 Asked June 2015

I'm caring for my parents 7 days a week and they cannot afford to pay me. Is there any help?

Just for gas? Or, mileage? My mother recently had a stroke and my father on occasion needs help getting to medical appointments. I do not mind helping at all. However, I am on a limit income and was wondering if there was financial assistance out there for adult children who care for their elderly parents.

freqflyer Jun 2015
That’s a very common question asking about being paid. Majority of grown children do not get paid for caring for their parent, unless the parent is financially able to pay from their own pocket. If a parent can afford to pay you, the parent might as well hire a certified trained caregiver allowing you to keep a full-time job.

If you live in the States, see If your parent qualifies for Medicaid, the State might allow a trained Caregiver come in to help for a couple hours. Also check to see if your State is one of those States that has a “Cash and Counseling” program to help you out, it‘s worth looking into. Note that each State has their own rules, regulations, and programs.

Also contact your county agency on aging for programs such as Case Management, Meals on Wheels, Adult Day Care, housing, care referrals, etc,... go to the website link below.... click on your State.... now click on the city/county. https://www.agingcare.com/local/Area-Agency-on-Aging

And please come back to the forums if you have any Caregiving questions, we would be more than happy to share our experiences with you, and give you ideas on what to do.

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