As the shortage of homecare staffing is past us and many caregivers and nurses are returning to their homecare jobs, many families are going away from the CDPAP program for several reasons. In this article, we will discuss the differences between CDPAP services and PCA or HHA services so you can determine what is right for you.
What is CDPAP?
The CDPAP, the Consumer Directed Personal Assistance Program, is a Medicaid initiative in New York. It allows eligible individuals to select their caregivers, including friends and family members.
What is HHA/PCA services?
Dedicated Home health aides come into the home to care for the patient. They will perform personal tasks and clean the home, too.
Who is eligible for CDPAP and HHA services?
These services are generally eligible for individuals who are elderly, disabled, injured, and recovering from surgery. CDPAP services may vary depending on the state and specific Medicaid guidelines. Individuals who require home care services and are eligible for Medicaid may qualify for the program.
The differences between CDPAP and PCA/HHA services
There are a couple of differences between CDPAP and HHA services, and there are many reasons why patients choose HHA rather than CDPAP.
Capacity to handle more tasks
HHA services allow us to assign professionally trained caregivers to handle the care for the patient, enabling a high level of care for your loved ones.
More dignity and respect
While some patients are ok with a family caregiver doing personal care, many seniors and children will feel more comfortable having a caregiver they don’t know doing these sensitive tasks.
Stronger accountability
When the agency directs the HHA services, it enhances accountability and reliability. Care is customized to the individual’s specific needs and preferences and a White Glove community care coordinator will handle the communication to ensure utmost understanding.
Guilt-free care
When friends care, you may feel bad about making small, constant, yet necessary requests. In contrast, when it’s a paid caregiver, you feel it’s their job so that you can ask them more easily.
90% of families are changing to HHA services
Many families are transitioning from CDPAP to PCA/HHA services since the top, highest paying CDPAP agencies like White Glove no longer provide CDPAP. Families are excited to change to White Glove Community Care PCA or HHA services, where we focus greatly on patient happiness and satisfaction.
What if our family or friend is a great CDPAP caregiver?
White Glove offers training for family members or friends to become certified personal care aides, enabling them to provide the highest level of care for their loved ones through regular HHA/PCA services.
How to Enroll for HHA Services
Enrolling in the HHA is simple, with a White Glove HHA intake representative at your side. Contact us 844-828-2666 ext 225 to ensure a smooth and successful enrollment process.
