Why Becoming a Family Caregiver with Caretech Can Strengthen Your Finances and Your Future

What is family caregiving?

Family caregiving happens every day in kitchens, living rooms, and hallways across our communities. Maybe you stop by after work to help Dad with dinner, or you organize Mom’s medications and drive her to appointments. You might assist a spouse with mobility, or help a grandparent stay safely at home. Those actions—large and small—are caregiving.

Typical support includes:

• Meal preparation, grocery shopping, and light housekeeping
• Companionship and social engagement
• Help with bathing, dressing, and grooming
• Medication reminders and appointment coordination
• Safety supervision and mobility assistance
• Support after a hospital stay or during recovery

Caretech recognizes the heart behind these tasks—and we’re here to elevate your role with training, guidance, and pathways that can help you be compensated for the care you provide when eligible.

The real financial impact of caregiving

Caregiving is priceless, but it isn’t cost-free. Many family caregivers reduce work hours, use savings to pay for supplies, or juggle multiple part-time jobs to keep everything afloat. Over time, that strain can affect household budgets, mental health, and long-term financial stability.

Common financial pressures include:

• Lost wages from fewer work hours or missed shifts
• Out-of-pocket expenses for supplies, transportation, and home modifications
• Career interruptions that delay raises, benefits, or retirement contributions

Our goal is to ease that burden. Through Caretech’s Best Possible Care Program, eligible family caregivers may be able to receive pay for approved hours, get access to professional training, and build a schedule that works for both the client and the caregiver.

How Caretech helps—and what the Best Possible Care Program offers caregivers

Caretech is a warm, professional, and reliable partner for both families and caregivers. We focus on dignity, independence, and the best possible care at home. Our Best Possible Care Program is an on-ramp for family members who are already doing the work of caregiving to formalize that role, gain skills, and—in eligible situations—earn income for the support they provide.

What the Best Possible Care Program is designed to do

• Recognize family caregivers and the essential work you do every day
• Offer pathways to pay for eligible caregivers and services, depending on location and program eligibility
• Provide training and coaching so you feel confident and supported
• Coordinate care plans that keep your loved one safe, engaged, and independent at home
• Create flexible schedules that fit real life—work, school, and family commitments

Note: Program features and eligibility can vary by state, payer, and client needs. Our team will help you navigate options in your area and understand what’s available for your family.

How the program works: from interest to impact

Every family is unique, but here’s the typical path:

1. Start the conversation. Contact Caretech to discuss your situation, your loved one’s needs, and your current caregiving routine.
2. Care assessment. We conduct an assessment to understand daily tasks, safety considerations, schedules, and goals at home.
3. Explore funding and eligibility. Depending on location and circumstances, options may include private pay, long-term care insurance, veterans’ benefits, or state programs that allow certain family caregivers to be compensated for approved hours.
4. Onboarding and training. If eligible, you’ll complete onboarding (including background checks where required) and receive role-specific training, safety guidance, and ongoing coaching.
5. Create a care plan. We match your loved one’s needs with a clear care plan and schedule, aligning tasks, hours, and oversight to ensure quality and continuity of care.
6. Deliver care with confidence. You’ll provide care under the Caretech umbrella—with support from our team, documentation tools, and check-ins to keep everything on track.

The result is a more stable caregiving arrangement that honors your time and expertise while ensuring your loved one receives dependable, high-quality care at home.

Benefits caregivers can count on

Financial stability (where eligible)

For qualifying families, the Best Possible Care Program can create a path to compensated caregiving hours. This helps offset lost income and provides a predictable structure for your week.

Training that builds confidence

Caretech equips you with practical, easy-to-apply training: safe transfers, fall prevention, infection control, communication strategies, memory-friendly engagement, and more. Training helps you provide safer, more effective care—and reduces stress for everyone.

Flexible scheduling

Because you’re already part of the family routine, we collaborate on a schedule that works—helping you balance caregiving with other responsibilities.

Professional support—without losing the personal touch

You’ll have a Caretech team at your side: care coordinators, schedulers, and support staff who answer questions, adjust plans as needs change, and celebrate the wins with you.

Quality, consistency, and peace of mind

Structure matters. A formal care plan, documented hours, and reliable oversight help everyone feel secure—especially your loved one, who benefits from consistent routines and familiar faces.

Who qualifies?

Eligibility depends on several factors, including where you live, your loved one’s needs, and which funding sources are available. In some cases, certain relatives can be paid for approved caregiving tasks; in other cases, a non-family caregiver may be required. The surest way to know is to speak with our team.

We’ll help you:

• Review your loved one’s daily needs and safety considerations
• Explore potential payer options (private pay, long-term care insurance, veterans’ benefits, and state programs where applicable)
• Understand which tasks and hours may be eligible for compensation
• Complete any required paperwork or assessments

Bottom line: If you’re already providing help at home, it’s worth a conversation. We’ll walk you through the options in your area.

From helping at home to a rewarding caregiver career

Many family caregivers discover a calling. With Caretech, you can transform your experience into a professional pathway—without losing the heart that brought you here.

Build a flexible, meaningful role

Some caregivers choose to support a loved one exclusively. Others pick up additional client hours in the neighborhood. Either way, you can set a pace that fits your life.

Grow your skills

We’ll keep you learning: safe mobility, nutrition support, personal care, communication in dementia care, post-hospital routines, and more. The more you learn, the more confident—and valuable—you become.

Make a living by making a difference

Caregiving is purpose-driven work. With Caretech’s structure and support, you can turn that purpose into a sustainable plan for your family’s finances.

How to apply

Getting started is simple. You don’t need to have all the answers—we’ll guide you.

1. Reach out. Contact Caretech and mention the “Best Possible Care Program.”
2. Share your story. Tell us about your loved one’s needs and the help you already provide.
3. Assessment & options. We’ll complete an assessment and review potential eligibility and funding sources in your area.
4. Onboard & train. If eligible, complete onboarding steps and begin Caretech training.
5. Start confidently. Begin delivering care with a clear plan, scheduled hours, and ongoing support.

Explore caregiver opportunities or speak with a care coordinator today at 402-697-5121.

Frequently asked questions

Can I really get paid to care for a family member?

In some locations and situations, yes. Eligibility depends on factors like state rules, payer programs, and the client’s care needs. We’ll help you review what’s available where you live.

What tasks are typically eligible?

Non-medical support such as companionship, meal prep, personal care, and supervision are common needs. The exact list of eligible tasks varies by program; our team will clarify what’s covered in your case.

Do I need prior professional experience?

No. If you’re already helping a loved one, you’ve taken the most important step. Caretech provides training, safety guidance, and ongoing coaching so you can feel confident and supported.

Will I still have time for my job or school?

We’ll build a schedule around your real life. Many family caregivers balance caregiving with work, school, and parenting. Good planning makes it possible.

How does this help my loved one?

Consistency and familiarity are powerful. With a structured plan, your loved one receives dependable care from someone they trust—while Caretech provides professional support and oversight.

What if we’re not eligible for a paid pathway?

We can still help. We’ll outline options such as private pay, long-term care insurance, veterans’ benefits, respite programs, and community resources—so you can choose what fits best.

The next step: a conversation

Caregiving is love in action. With Caretech, it can also be a path to financial stability, professional growth, and the confidence that comes from having a team behind you. Let’s talk about your family’s needs, explore eligibility, and build a plan that lifts everyone up.

Contact us to ask about the Best Possible Care Program—or apply now and start your journey as a Caretech caregiver.