Care for your loved one.
Build a career that matters.
The best care often comes from someone who already knows and loves the individual. Through the OneWell Family Hiring Program, eligible family members may be able to become paid caregivers — with professional training, clinical oversight, and a full support team behind them.
We’ll handle the paperwork, so you can focus on what matters most — your family.
OneWell guides families through every step — determining eligibility, completing onboarding requirements, and then managing scheduling, payroll, compliance, quality assurance, and ongoing support. Our goal is simple: strengthen families while helping individuals live healthier, safer, and more independent lives.
Tell us about your family
Call, email, or submit a referral online. Any day, any hour — and always free.
We review eligibility
Our team checks the individual's waiver, funding source, and service authorization — usually within one hour.
Onboarding and training
Background checks, clearances, and paid training. We walk you through every requirement your state sets.
Start caring — and get paid
Visits are logged through EVV, payroll runs on schedule, and a supervisor stays with you throughout.
What determines whether a family member can be hired
Family caregiver rules are set by each state, waiver, and payer — not by OneWell. Three things usually decide the answer.
The individual's funding
Which waiver or funding source authorizes their services, and whether that program permits payment to a relative.
Your relationship
Several states restrict payment to legally responsible individuals — such as a spouse or the parent of a minor child — while allowing other relatives.
The authorized service
Respite, personal care, and community supports are often open to family caregivers. Nursing and behavioral services usually require licensure or certification.
Programs and services where you live
Choose your state to see the waivers we work with, the services available, and how family caregiver opportunities apply locally.
California
Supporting individuals and families through California Regional CentersOneWell partners with California Regional Centers to deliver individualized, person-centered services for individuals with IDD. Under California Title 17 requirements, parents are considered natural supports and cannot be hired by OneWell as paid caregivers.
Eligibility Requirements
- For authorized respite services only — an eligible family member (other than a parent) may be considered
- The family member must not live in the same household as the individual receiving services
- All hiring must be authorized by the Regional Center
- Must meet California regulations and OneWell's employment requirements
Services available to family caregivers
Important: Family caregiver hiring in California is limited to respite services only. Parents may not be hired as paid caregivers under California Title 17. All arrangements require Regional Center authorization.
Pennsylvania
Helping Pennsylvania families stay togetherOneWell works with the Pennsylvania Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) to support eligible families through person-centered services.
Eligibility Requirements
- The individual must be authorized for the service in their ISP
- The family member must meet all ODP and agency employment requirements, including background checks and required training
- The service must permit delivery by a relative under the applicable waiver service definition
- The arrangement must not violate conflict-of-interest, licensing, or other waiver requirements
- Legally responsible relatives (e.g., parents of minor children or spouses) may face restrictions on certain services that replace duties they are already legally obligated to provide
Services available
The 40/60 Rule (Pennsylvania ODP): A single relative may provide a maximum of 40 hours/week of IHCS and/or Companion services. Multiple relatives collectively may provide up to 60 hours/week. Provider agencies are responsible for monitoring compliance.
Connecticut
Family-centered support through Connecticut DDSOneWell partners with the Connecticut Department of Developmental Services (DDS) to help individuals receive quality supports in their homes and communities.
Eligibility Requirements
- The individual must be eligible for DDS services and enrolled in the applicable Medicaid waiver
- The service must be authorized through the individual's Person-Centered Plan (PCP) or Individual Plan
- The family member must meet all provider employment requirements, including background screening, training, and service-specific qualifications
- The provider agency must be a DDS-qualified provider for the applicable service
Services available
Note for Connecticut families: family caregiver opportunities depend on DDS authorization and the individual's plan. We review each referral before services begin.
Georgia
Supporting Georgia families every step of the wayOneWell provides services through Georgia Medicaid waiver programs. Family caregiver hires under NOW/COMP waivers are permitted only under Participant Direction and require DBHDD approval.
Eligibility Requirements
- Approval is based on documented extenuating circumstances
- A Family Hire Request Form must be submitted through the Support Coordinator
- At least two qualifying extenuating circumstances are required (e.g., lack of qualified workers in the area, specialized skills, or cost-effectiveness)
- Family caregivers must meet all provider qualifications, training, documentation, and service requirements
- Under GAPP, parents and family members may provide Personal Care Services if employed by an enrolled GAPP provider and all Medicaid requirements are met
Services available
Note for Georgia families: waiver rules determine which relatives may be paid and for which services. Ask us and we will check for you.
Indiana
Caring for Indiana familiesOneWell partners with families to provide individualized services in Indiana. Family caregiver eligibility is governed by BDS/DDRS requirements.
Eligibility Requirements
- Parents, stepparents, and legal guardians of minor waiver participants may NOT receive payment for waiver-funded services
- Other relatives (excluding spouses) may provide services if employed by an approved BDS/DDRS provider
- Family caregivers must be at least 18 years old and meet all provider qualifications
- Must be selected through the Person-Centered Individualized Support Plan (PCISP) with documented justification
- Paid relatives providing residential habilitation to adult participants are limited to 40 hours per week per caregiver
Services available
Note for Indiana families: the individual's waiver and service plan determine family caregiver eligibility. We review each referral individually.
New Jersey
Supporting families across New JerseyOneWell helps eligible families navigate New Jersey Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD) services while providing high-quality person-centered supports.
Eligibility Requirements
- The individual must be eligible for DDD services and enrolled in the Community Care Program (CCP) or Supports Program (SP)
- The individual must also be enrolled in New Jersey Medicaid (NJ FamilyCare)
- The service must be authorized in the individual's Service Plan through the Support Coordinator
- The family member must satisfy all provider employment requirements, including background screening, required training, and service-specific qualifications
- The provider agency must be an approved Medicaid/DDD provider for the authorized service
Services available
Why families choose OneWell in New Jersey: trusted caregivers, professional oversight, reliable scheduling, and ongoing training.
Ohio
Personalized supports for Ohio familiesOneWell provides individualized home and community-based services in Ohio. Parents of minor children and spouses may serve as paid caregivers only under specific conditions.
Eligibility Requirements
- Parents of minor children and spouses may be hired only when no other willing and able provider is available AND DODD determines health and safety can be ensured
- Must meet Extraordinary Care requirements
- Generally limited to 40 hours per week unless an exception is approved
- Parents of minor children and spouses may NOT provide respite services
- Parents of adults, adult children, grandparents, siblings, and step-relatives may serve as paid caregivers subject to DODD and Medicaid requirements
Services available
Note for Ohio families: county board and waiver authorization determine whether a family member may be paid. We confirm before services begin.
South Carolina
Supporting families through DDSN and DHHS servicesOneWell partners with the South Carolina Department of Disabilities and Special Needs (DDSN) and SCDHHS to help eligible individuals remain safely at home while receiving quality supports.
Eligibility Requirements
- Spouse of the Medicaid participant (including legally separated spouses)
- Parent, stepparent, or foster parent of a minor participant
- Court-appointed guardian of an adult participant
- Any other legally responsible adult or legal guardian
- Primary caregivers are not eligible for reimbursement for respite services
Services available
DDSN Directive 735-02-DD: A Statement of Legal Responsibility must be completed prior to authorization. Family caregivers must meet the same hiring, training, competency, documentation, and provider standards as non-family caregivers.
Virginia
Empowering Virginia familiesOneWell supports individuals served through Virginia's Developmental Disability Waivers with compassionate, individualized care.
Eligibility Requirements
- Community Living (CL) Waiver
- Family and Individual Supports (FIS) Waiver
Services available
Note for Virginia families: eligibility to be paid as a family caregiver depends on the waiver, the service, and your relationship to the individual. We confirm this before onboarding.
The same standard in all 9 states
Person-centered care
Every plan is built around the individual's goals and preferences — never a template.
Family partnership
Families are treated as essential members of the care team, not bystanders.
Professional training
Onboarding, paid training, and ongoing competency development for every caregiver.
Clinical oversight
Experienced nursing, behavioral, and operational leaders supervise the care delivered.
Quality assurance
Continuous monitoring and supervision, with documentation that holds up to audit.
Technology that works
EVV, electronic documentation, scheduling, and compliance systems built in-house.
24/7 support
A live operations center for individuals, families, caregivers, and referral partners.
Multi-state expertise
Thousands of individuals served with consistent, high-quality care across 9 states.
Timely pay & no payment issues
Families come to us for reliable, on-schedule payroll — avoiding the delays and complications that come with managing caregiver payments on their own.
What families ask us first
Can I really be paid to care for my own family member?
In many cases, yes. It depends on your state, the individual's waiver or funding source, the specific service authorized, and your relationship to them. Tell us the details and we will confirm your eligibility before you commit to anything.
Can a parent be paid to care for their minor child?
Some programs allow it, others restrict payment to legally responsible individuals such as a parent of a minor or a spouse. The rule differs by state and by waiver, so we check the individual's specific authorization rather than giving a general answer.
Do I need experience or a certification?
Not for most services. OneWell provides the training your state requires. Nursing and behavioral services are the exception — those need the appropriate license or certification.
What do I have to complete before I can start?
Typically background checks and state clearances, required training, and standard employment paperwork. We tell you exactly what applies in your state and track every item with you.
How am I paid, and how are hours tracked?
You are a OneWell employee on a regular payroll cycle. Visits are recorded through Electronic Visit Verification, so hours are documented accurately and paid on schedule.
How long does it take to get started?
Our intake team responds within one hour. From there, the timeline depends on how quickly clearances and training are completed — and on your state's authorization process. We keep you updated at every step.
Is there any cost to my family?
No. Intake, eligibility review, and care coordination are provided at no cost to you.
The best care comes from someone who already loves them.
At OneWell, we believe that when a family member steps up to care for their loved one, something extraordinary happens. It goes beyond schedules and care plans — it's built on trust, history, and unconditional love.
That's why we built the Family Hiring Program — not just to make it possible, but to make it easy. We handle the compliance, the training, the payroll, and the paperwork so the family can focus on what they do best: showing up for each other.
Every family we work with reminds us why we do this work. We are proud to stand beside them.
Tell us about your family.
We will take it from there.
Whether you are a family member, Support Coordinator, Case Manager, hospital discharge planner, Regional Center representative, or community partner — our team will review eligibility, available services, and family caregiver opportunities in your state.
Check My Eligibility
Select your state to see eligibility requirements and available services.
California
California Regional Centers- For authorized respite services only — an eligible family member (other than a parent) may be considered
- The family member must not live in the same household as the individual receiving services
- All hiring must be authorized by the Regional Center
- Must meet California regulations and OneWell's employment requirements
Connecticut
Connecticut DDS- The individual must be eligible for DDS services and enrolled in the applicable Medicaid waiver
- The service must be authorized through the individual's Person-Centered Plan (PCP) or Individual Plan
- The family member must meet all provider employment requirements including background screening, training, and service-specific qualifications
- The provider agency must be a DDS-qualified provider for the applicable service
Georgia
NOW / COMP Waivers- Approval is based on documented extenuating circumstances
- A Family Hire Request Form must be submitted through the Support Coordinator
- At least two qualifying extenuating circumstances are required
- Family caregivers must meet all provider qualifications, training, and documentation requirements
- Under GAPP, parents and family members may provide Personal Care Services if employed by an enrolled GAPP provider
Indiana
BDS / DDRS- Parents, stepparents, and legal guardians of minor waiver participants may NOT receive payment for waiver-funded services
- Other relatives (excluding spouses) may provide services if employed by an approved BDS/DDRS provider
- Family caregivers must be at least 18 years old and meet all provider qualifications
- Must be selected through the PCISP with documented justification
- Paid relatives providing residential habilitation to adult participants are limited to 40 hours per week
New Jersey
DDD — CCP & Supports Program- The individual must be eligible for DDD services and enrolled in the CCP or Supports Program (SP)
- The individual must also be enrolled in New Jersey Medicaid (NJ FamilyCare)
- The service must be authorized in the individual's Service Plan through the Support Coordinator
- The family member must satisfy all provider employment requirements including background screening and required training
- The provider agency must be an approved Medicaid/DDD provider for the authorized service
Ohio
Ohio DODD- Parents of minor children and spouses may be hired only when no other willing and able provider is available AND DODD determines health and safety can be ensured
- Must meet Extraordinary Care requirements — generally limited to 40 hours per week unless an exception is approved
- Parents of minor children and spouses may NOT provide respite services
- Parents of adults, adult children, grandparents, siblings, and step-relatives may serve as paid caregivers subject to DODD and Medicaid requirements
Pennsylvania
ODP Waivers- The individual must be authorized for the service in their ISP
- The family member must meet all ODP and agency employment requirements including background checks and required training
- The service must permit delivery by a relative under the applicable waiver service definition
- The arrangement must not violate conflict-of-interest, licensing, or other waiver requirements
- Legally responsible relatives may face restrictions on services they are already obligated to provide
South Carolina
DDSN & SCDHHS- Spouse of the Medicaid participant may NOT serve as a paid caregiver
- Parent, stepparent, or foster parent of a minor participant may NOT serve as a paid caregiver
- Court-appointed guardian of an adult participant may NOT serve as a paid caregiver
- Primary caregivers are not eligible for reimbursement for respite services
- Family caregivers must meet the same hiring, training, and documentation standards as non-family caregivers
Virginia
CL & FIS Waivers- Community Living (CL) Waiver
- Family and Individual Supports (FIS) Waiver