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Maryland Medicaid

Home Care Covered by Medicaid

You may qualify for free or low-cost in-home care through Maryland Medicaid. We help you navigate eligibility and get care started fast.

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Rising Star Home Care Services caregiver conducting a free Medicaid eligibility consultation with a client at home in Maryland
Medicaid Home Care

Care at Home, Often at Little or No Cost

Many Maryland families assume they cannot afford in-home care, then learn that Medicaid covers most or all of it. Rising Star accepts Maryland Medicaid and guides you through eligibility, enrollment, and getting care started, usually within 48 hours. You focus on your loved one while we handle the paperwork.

What Medicaid Covers

Services Available Under Maryland Medicaid

Maryland Medicaid covers a wide range of in-home services for eligible participants.

🛁 Personal Care

Bathing, dressing, grooming, and assistance with daily activities to maintain independence at home.

💊 Skilled Nursing

Medication management, wound care, chronic disease monitoring, and nurse-directed clinical services.

🤝 Companion & Homemaker

Meal preparation, light housekeeping, transportation, and socialization support.

🧠 Dementia Care

Specialized in-home support for individuals living with Alzheimer's and other forms of dementia.

🔄 Respite Care

Temporary relief for family caregivers while your loved one receives professional care.

🏠 Home & Community Support

Services that help individuals remain at home safely rather than entering a care facility.

Do You Qualify?

Common Medicaid Eligibility Factors

Age 65+ or Disability

Most programs target seniors 65+ or individuals under 65 with qualifying disabilities.

Maryland Residency

Must be a Maryland resident meeting citizenship or legal residency requirements.

Income & Asset Limits

Many people qualify even if they think they earn too much. We'll check for you, no charge.

Medical Necessity

You must require care that qualifies as medically necessary as determined by a care coordinator.

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How We Help

We Handle the Medicaid Process With You

1

Free Eligibility Review

We look at your situation, income, and care needs to figure out which Maryland Medicaid programs apply. At no cost to you.

2

Paperwork & Application Support

We guide you through every form, document, and deadline so nothing falls through the cracks.

3

Care Starts Fast

Once approved, we deploy your caregiver within 48 hours so your loved one gets care without delay.

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions About Medicaid Home Care in Maryland

Straight answers to the questions Maryland families ask us most. Still unsure? Call and we will walk you through it.

Yes. Maryland Medicaid covers home care for eligible individuals, including personal care, skilled nursing, companion services, and home health aide support. Much of this coverage comes through programs like the Community First Choice (CFC) program and the Home and Community Based Services (HCBS) waiver, which are designed to help people receive care in their own homes. Rising Star accepts Medicaid and works with each family to determine exactly which services they qualify for. If you are unsure where to start, we will review your situation at no cost and explain your options in plain language.
In many cases, yes. If your family member meets Maryland's eligibility requirements for age, income, and medical necessity, Medicaid can cover in-home care at little or no cost to your family. Many families are surprised to learn they qualify, especially when they assumed their income or savings would rule them out. We offer a free eligibility check so you can find out quickly instead of guessing. One short conversation is often all it takes to understand what is possible.
Eligibility generally depends on a few factors: being age 65 or older or having a qualifying disability, being a Maryland resident, meeting income and asset thresholds, and having a documented medical need confirmed through an assessment. Because these rules can be detailed and they change over time, families often find them confusing. The good news is that qualifying is more common than people expect. Rising Star offers a free eligibility review so you know where you stand before you fill out a single form.
Maryland Medicaid covers a broad range of in-home services. These include personal care such as bathing, dressing, and grooming; skilled nursing such as medication management, wound care, and chronic disease monitoring; and companion and homemaker services such as meal preparation, light housekeeping, and errands. Coverage can also include respite care that gives family caregivers a break, along with specialized dementia and Alzheimer's care. We help you understand which of these services fit your loved one's needs and care plan.
The process usually follows a few steps: confirm eligibility, gather the required documents, apply through the Maryland Department of Health or your local Department of Social Services, complete a medical assessment, and then get matched with a home care provider. Each step has its own forms and deadlines, which is where many families feel stuck. Rising Star walks you through every step, from the first phone call to your caregiver's first visit. You never have to navigate the paperwork alone.
Yes. Maryland Medicaid covers specialized in-home care for individuals living with dementia and Alzheimer's disease. This can include personal care, safety supervision, structured routines, and skilled nursing services delivered right at home. Our dementia care program uses evidence-based techniques to keep your loved one safe, calm, and comfortable in familiar surroundings. We also support family members with guidance so the whole household feels more confident.
In some situations, yes. Maryland has programs that may allow certain family members to be compensated as caregivers through Medicaid. The rules vary depending on the program, the relationship, and the specific care needs involved, so every situation is a little different. Because these arrangements have requirements that are easy to miss, the best next step is a quick conversation. Call us and we will help you understand whether this option could work for your family.
Maryland's Home and Community Based Services (HCBS) waivers allow eligible individuals to receive care at home instead of in a nursing facility. These waivers expand what standard Medicaid covers, often adding more personal care hours, respite care, and community support services. The goal is simple: help people stay safe and independent in their own homes for as long as possible. Rising Star helps families understand which waiver programs apply and how to access the additional services they offer.
Where We Serve

Medicaid Home Care Across Our Service Areas

Rising Star provides Medicaid-accepted home care across Harford County, Cecil County, and Baltimore County. In Harford County we serve communities including Bel Air, Aberdeen, Abingdon, and Edgewood. In Cecil County we serve Elkton and the surrounding area, and across Baltimore County we serve Dundalk, Essex, Towson, Perry Hall, Middle River, and White Marsh. Wherever you are, we help you check Medicaid eligibility and get care started quickly. Edgewood families can learn more about getting started on our Edgewood home care page.

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