**How to Choose the Right Care Plan**

This article is part of the "Caregiving Topics & Support" section of our Info Center, carefully crafted for 2025 to educate **clients**, **caregivers**, and **family members**.

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### Why This Topic Matters

In today's aging society, home care plays a critical role in providing safe, comfortable, and personalized support to individuals with health challenges. With new legislation passed in 2025, including expanded federal funding for home and community-based services (HCBS), home care is more accessible and better supported than ever.

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### What Clients Need to Know

Clients receiving care for **how to choose the right care plan** benefit from professional assistance tailored to their condition. Whether it's personal care, companionship, or managing chronic conditions, Faith First Healthcare emphasizes dignity, choice, and respect.

In 2025, clients in:
- **Arizona** may qualify for ALTCS (Arizona Long Term Care System) if financially and medically eligible.
- **Michigan** can access Medicaid's Home Help Program for non-medical support services.
- **Louisiana** offers Companion and Personal Care services via Medicaid waivers, with private-pay options for those who do not qualify.

Clients should ask:
- Am I eligible for Medicaid or VA in-home care?
- What does private pay cost in my state?
- What documentation do I need?

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### For Family Members

Family caregivers are often the first line of support. If you're a loved one:
- Learn the signs that your family member may need home care
- Use our Family Decision Toolkit (available in the Downloadables section)
- Be proactive—home care isn't only for emergencies; it's for quality of life

You can also qualify for **respite care**, allowing trained caregivers to temporarily take over so you can rest or focus on your own wellness.

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### Caregiver Tips & Support

For professional caregivers, understanding how to choose the right care plan means:
- Ongoing training in condition-specific support
- Emotional support for the client and their family
- Documentation that meets HIPAA and state standards
- Following infection control protocols (especially post-pandemic, where updated 2025 guidelines now require annual certifications)

We invest in our caregivers with annual training, emergency preparedness drills, and a focus on emotional wellness. Great care starts with great people.

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### Payment Options by State

Faith First Healthcare offers Medicaid billing support, as well as flexible private-pay plans. We help you:
- Apply for ALTCS (AZ), Home Help (MI), or CCW Waivers (LA)
- Understand Medicare vs. Medicaid coverage
- Submit paperwork or appeal denied services
- Set up monthly billing for private pay

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### Final Thoughts

Faith First Healthcare exists to support you and your loved ones. We believe that caregiving is a sacred service—whether you're the one giving care or receiving it. This article is just one part of our growing library created to serve **you** with transparency, accuracy, and compassion in 2025 and beyond.