Get Paid by Medicaid to Care for Your Loved One

Get Paid by Medicaid to Care for Your Loved One

Through Colorado’s CDASS (Consumer-Directed Attendant Support Services) program, you can receive compensation for caring for a family member or friend. Panda Care helps you navigate the process, so you can focus on what matters most.

  • Easy to Get Started: We make the CDASS enrollment process simple and stress-free
  • Care You Can Trust: With CDASS, you can choose someone you know — and get paid to care for them
  • Years of Experience: Helping families successfully navigate Medicaid and CDASS programs
  • No Out-of-Pocket Costs: Services are covered by Medicaid (Health First Colorado) for eligible participants

You are likely eligible if you have Medicaid.

Fill out the form below to see how fast you can get started with pay & benefits.

Get Paid as a Family Caregiver in Colorado

Colorado Medicaid allows eligible individuals to choose and pay a family member or friend as their caregiver through the CDASS (Consumer-Directed Attendant Support Services) program.

Why Colorado Residents Choose Panda Care

You may qualify if you:

  • You're enrolled in Colorado Medicaid.
  • You need help with daily living tasks like bathing, dressing, or cooking.
  • You prefer to be cared for by someone you know and trust

Join the growing number of Colorado families choosing Panda Care for CDASS-guided, caregiver-directed home support.

Who's Eligible In Colorado

You’re likely eligible for Panda Care’s services in Colorado if you:

  • Have Colorado Medicaid.
  • Live in Colorado and qualify for CDASS (Consumer-Directed Attendant Support Services)
  • Require assistance with daily tasks due to illness, disability, or age.
    Note: Medicare alone is not sufficient

Which Caregiver Can You Pick?

Through Colorado’s CDASS (Consumer-Directed Attendant Support Services) program:
  • You can hire your adult child, sibling, parent (if over 21), relative, or friend — anyone you trust who meets eligibility requirements
  • Spouses are typically not eligible to be paid caregivers
  • Caregivers must be authorized to work in the U.S., complete required onboarding, and meet CDASS program guidelines

Caregiver Benefits & Pay

  • Payment is typically provided biweekly via direct deposit, mailed check, or pay card
  • Caregivers may qualify for paid sick leave and additional benefits depending on the CDASS program and eligibility
  • Flexible hours — care you provide can be compensated, even if it's just a few hours per week

How Enrollment Works in Colorado

  • Contact Panda Care to confirm Medicaid eligibility and begin your CDASS application
  • We help submit required paperwork, including physician forms and program assessments
  • A Panda Care representative will guide you through onboarding for both caregiver and recipient
  • Once approved, caregiver payment is activated and services can begin
  • Typical timeline: 2 weeks to a few months, depending on CDASS program approval

Real Caregiver Stories

FAQs (Colorado)

Is Panda Care available statewide in Colorado?

Yes — we support families across all Colorado counties through Medicaid self-directed care programs such as CDASS, CFC, and IHSS.

Does Panda Care cost anything?

No — these services are funded by Colorado Medicaid for eligible individuals. There is no out-of-pocket cost.

Can I be paid if I care for more than one person?

Yes — you may be able to serve multiple recipients, but hours cannot overlap and must stay within each person’s approved care plan.

Can I choose a family member as my caregiver?

Yes — Colorado Medicaid self-directed care programs allow you to choose a trusted family member or friend as your caregiver, as long as they meet eligibility requirements. In most cases, spouses are not eligible to be paid caregivers.

Why Choose Panda Care in Colorado?

Choose Panda Care because:
  • We combine Colorado-focused service with industry-leading expertise.
  • You manage your own care—directing your caregiver, without agency constraints.
  • We offer fast caregiver pay, simple digital clock-in/out, and supportive onboarding tailored to Colorado Medicaid rules.

Ready to Get Started?

Contact Panda Care today to confirm your eligibility and kick off your application. Our Colorado team will walk you through every step, from forms to orientation, so your loved one gets trusted care—and your caregiver gets paid.

E-mail Address

info@pandacarehc.com

Location

1390 Tennyson St Denver
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