
The Family Selected Caregiver Model
Our Family Selected Caregiver Model program pays friends or family to care for eligible Medicaid recipients through Consumer Directed Services.
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Family Selected Caregiver program pays friends or family to care for eligible Medicaid recipients through Consumer Directed Services.
What are Consumer Directed Services (CDS)- Our Family Selected Caregiver Model?

Consumer Directed Services (CDS), also known as Consumer-Directed Personal Assistance Programs (CDPAP) or self-directed care, offer an alternative approach to traditional home healthcare. Funded through Medicaid or specific Medicaid waiver programs, CDS puts the individual receiving care—the “consumer”—in control.
Rather than having a caregiver assigned by an agency, CDS allows you or to choose your own caregiver. This can include a family member, friend, or another trusted individual, as long as they meet the program’s eligibility requirements. This model gives you greater flexibility, comfort, and control over your care.
Family Selected Caregiver Model and CDS FAQS:
With our Family Selected Caregiver Model program you can:
With Consumer Directed Services, you caregiver, personal care attendant (PCA), or home health aide can be your friend, neighbor, or family member (other than a spouse or legal guardian). Your loved one will get paid to help with daily chores or personal care needs, including:
It’s likely you are if you are a senior or a person with a disability, would like to hire your own personal caregiver and you are:
Find out if you qualify for our Family Selected Caregiver Model program in one quick phone call.
Call toll-free (888) 678-CHOICE (2464) now.
No, in fact, over 30,000 people are enrolled in CDS in the state of Missouri alone!?
And…Consumer Directed Services are offered in over 40 states.
With COVID-19, Consumer Directed Services grew 20% in 2020 alone. COVID-19 permanently changed the way health care services will be delivered in the future. More and more people, just like you became aware of how choosing your own caregiver is a game-changer for Home Care Services.

Choosing your own personal care giver for non-medical services under various Medicaid programs just makes sense.
Why wouldn’t you want someone you know, like and trust to provide your CDS services? Advantage Home Care is the number one care provider for CDS home care and other services (Private Duty Nursing, Non-Medical Personal Care, and Home Health Care). You deserve the best.