Illinois Residents
You may be eligible!
You are likely eligible if you have Medicaid.
Fill out the form below to see how fast you can get started with pay & benefits.
Illinois Residents
Funded by Medicaid,
FreedomCare allows you to choose who provides your care.The caregiver gets paid weekly.
Illinois' #1 Leading Choice for Home Care
With 97% Customer Satisfaction, Medicaid Recipients Trust FreedomCare
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154M+
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Million Hours of
Loving Care Delivered
Families Supported with Dignity and Care
Guaranteed On-Time Weekly Payments
Get the care you need from a loved one, and they get paid!
Get the care you need from a loved one, and they get paid!
Who is eligible for Illinois' Home Service Program (HSP) Medicaid Home Care Program?
You are likely eligible if you…
Who can I hire to be a caregiver?
Have Medicaid
Younger than 60 years old
Live in Illinois
Due to government regulations, Medicare is NOT enough.
Need help with day-to-day activities
Able to direct your own care/services (if not, have an individual representative to appoint)
Child (18 years and older)
Relative
Friend
At FreedomCare, we are a family and strive to improve the lives of Illinois Medicaid recipients.
You choose a caregiver you trust
Fast and stress-free care enrollment
We accept most insurance plans
Get started with great pay & benefits
All of our caregivers receive guaranteed weekly payment
At FreedomCare, we are a family and strive to improve the lives of Illinois Medicaid recipients.
3 Simple Steps to Illinois HSP: Get Trusted Care and Pay for Your Caregiver.
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Live in Illinois
Choose a caregiver
You choose a caregiver you love; your daughter, son, relative or friend. We help enroll you in the program.
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Have Medicaid and get on a Waiver
You get care you can trust, your family member or friend gets paid, and everyone gets peace of mind. Win-win!
3 Simple Steps to Illinois HSP: Get Trusted Care and Pay for Your Caregiver.
Illinois' Top-Rated SFC Provider — More 5-Star Reviews Than Anyone Else.
8,000+ 5-Star Reviews
With 97% satisfaction, FreedomCare is the nation’s fastest-growing in-home care provider. Customers highlight the convenience, ease of use, and quality care that makes us their trusted choice.
Roberta Salley
"I’m gonna make 90"
I didn’t want an aide; I don’t get along well with strangers. My daughter knows me and loves me; she looks right past my attitude. With her as my aide, I think I’m gonna hit 90. You watch. I’m gonna be the first one in my family to make 90.
Dorothy Zuniga
"A blessing"
I have multiple sclerosis. After my second hospitalization, I realized I needed help. To have my best friend be here for me is a blessing. My caseworker, Ashley, is very helpful — I feel comfortable calling anytime. And having someone I trust work for me keeps my mind at ease.
Richard Branker
"Mom is getting stronger, and it feels so good”
We brought in a couple of aides for my mother, but I could tell she wasn’t happy. Now I get to care for Mom daily — and she’s smiling and laughing. I feel really good, knowing she’s getting stronger each day.
Patricia Charles
"Best program ever"
I’ve had aides in the past, but it always ended badly. This is one of the best programs ever. I’m so happy that my niece is helping me.
Benefits Our Caregivers Enjoy
Caregiver Support Program
Benefit from ongoing training, resources, and support to help you succeed and grow.
Easy-to-Use App for Caregivers
Our FreedomCare App makes daily tasks easier so you can better manage your loved ones' care.
Frequently Asked Questions
Caring for a loved one in Illinois? FreedomCare helps you understand your options — and how to get paid for the care you provide!
Yes, Illinois pays certain family members to be caregivers through the state’s Medicaid Home Services Program (HSP). If your loved one qualifies, FreedomCare will guide you through the HSP process so you can provide care at home and receive pay for the support you’re already giving.
To become a paid family caregiver in Illinois, your loved one must first qualify for Medicaid’s Home Services Program (HSP). Once approved, you can choose a trusted family member to be the caregiver, and FreedomCare will guide you through the enrollment and paperwork so you can start receiving pay for the care you already provide.
- Check Eligibility
- Contact the Division of Rehabilitation Services (DRS)
- Develop a Service Plan
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Work with a DRS counselor to create a care plan tailored to your loved one’s needs.
- Choose a Caregiver
- Submit Documentation
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Complete the application forms and provide the necessary medical and financial records to confirm eligibility.
Make sure your loved one meets the program’s medical, financial, and age requirements.
Reach out to your local DRS office to begin the application process.
Select a caregiver — which can be a trusted family member — to provide daily support.
Yes, if you are under 60 years old, Illinois allows you to hire a friend or family member as your caregiver through the Medicaid Home Services Program (HSP). With FreedomCare as your fiscal intermediary, we’ll handle the payroll and paperwork so your chosen caregiver gets paid reliably while you receive care from someone you trust.
In Illinois, you can choose someone you already know and trust to be your caregiver. This can include:
- An adult child (18 or older)
- Another relative
- A close friend
FreedomCare helps handle the payroll and paperwork so your chosen caregiver gets paid for the care they provide.
Still have questions?
We are here to help! Call us between 8 AM–6 PM (your local time).
You can also find answers to eligibility and benefits in our Illinois FAQs
Still have questions?
312-989-4037
Our Illinois Location
Office visits are by appointment only.
Chicago
125 S. Wacker Drive
Suite 320
Chicago, IL 60606
312-989-4037
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Funded by Medicaid, FreedomCare allows people to choose who provides their care. The caregiver gets paid weekly.
Caregovers are Paid Weekly
Receive dependable weekly pay, making financial planning simple and stress-free.
You must live in the state of Illinois.