Connecticut Elder Care Subsidies & Grants (2026)
Connecticut offers 2 major home care waiver programs for eligible residents. An estimated $87 million in elder care benefits goes unclaimed in Connecticut each year.
Connecticut Elder Care Programs (2026)
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Connecticut Medicaid Waiver Programs
Connecticut's Medicaid program is administered by the Connecticut Department of Social Services. Contact them at (860) 424-5008 to begin the application process.
- Connecticut Home Care Program for Elders (CHCPE)
- Money Follows the Person
Income limits for Connecticut Medicaid in 2026: $3,715/month for an individual and $7,430/month for a couple. Asset limits and other requirements vary by program.
Browse by Subsidy Type in Connecticut
Medicaid HCBS Waiver
Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers allow Medicaid to pay for home care, personal assis...
VA Aid & Attendance
The VA Aid & Attendance benefit is a tax-free pension enhancement for eligible veterans and survivin...
State Home Care Subsidy
State home care subsidy programs provide direct financial assistance to pay for in-home personal car...
Respite Care Grant
Respite care grants provide temporary relief to unpaid family caregivers by funding substitute care ...
Caregiver Support Program
Caregiver support programs provide training, counseling, financial assistance, and community connect...
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