South Dakota HOPE Waiver / Structured Family Caregiving

South Dakota's HOPE waiver (Home and Community-Based Options and Person Centered Excellence) provides self-directed services and Structured Family Caregiving through Careforth. The program supports nursing home-eligible individuals who choose to remain in community settings by allowing them to hire and manage their own attendants, including family members and spouses.

Self-directed personal care services and Structured Family Caregiving through the HOPE waiver. Participants can hire and manage their own attendants, including family members and spouses. Hourly pay rates range from $13-$16/hr. SFC is administered through Careforth for live-in caregivers. Waitlists are typical for waiver slots.

Some details for this program are still being verified. Check the official source for the most current information.

Eligibility

• Care recipient must have a qualifying disability or need for assistance
• Must be a resident of SD
• Must be Medicaid-eligible

Services

Self-directed personal care services and Structured Family Caregiving through the HOPE waiver. Participants can hire and manage their own attendants, including family members and spouses. Hourly pay rates range from $13-$16/hr. SFC is administered through Careforth for live-in caregivers. Waitlists are typical for waiver slots.

How to apply

Visit the official program page for application details.