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sbopie Asked February 2019

Can I get in-home care for my father and only offer room and board?

My father is 81 living with his disabled grandson. He has had three strokes and he does some housework but it's just not enough the house is a wreck. Dirty and clutter. My husband and I try but it's just impossible for us. I've looked into agency for the elder and VA but they're not any help. So, I thought because he doesn't have a lot of money and Medicare only pays for short term if I could find someone to live with him and take care of him for room and board? I'm at my wits end. Any suggestions would help?

BarbBrooklyn Feb 2019
Is your dad a veteran? Did you apply for Aid and Attendance?

Does the disabled grandson have a caseworker? S/he may be aware of housekeeping/homecare services that he is eligible for.

Finally, have you applied for Medicaid?

cwillie Feb 2019
Where is the disabled grandson in all this - is he not able to help at all, or are you looking for a caregiver for both of them?

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Tothill Feb 2019
This is asked here regularly and what you are asking for is modern day slavery.

Caregivers deserve to be paid a living wage and by law in most jurisdictions. Offering room and board only is not a living wage. How would the person meet their own financial needs, health care, workers compensation etc?

When people hire live in staff, they have to provide a contract that states hours of work, days off, wages, etc.
anonymous839718 Feb 2019
person would have to have a salary in addition to free room and board. Also have to have regular days off every. Indentured servitude is not legal in the United States.

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