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Paying for care in Utah

Getting paid to care for a family member in Utah

Yes. In Utah, a family member can be paid to give care through Personal Attendant Services. Whether a spouse can be paid depends on conditions, which the page on getting paid sets out with their sources.

Respite care for family caregivers in Utah

Yes. In Utah, family caregivers can get respite through two programs on record: Respite Care Services (Aging Waiver) and Caregiver support.

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Programs on record

How to apply

Aging Waiver

How to apply

Contact your local Area Agency on Aging (listed at daas.utah.gov/locations/) to learn more.

Source: Services (Utah Division of Aging and Adult Services)Checked

Personal Attendant Services

How to apply

Aging Waiver enrollees who need Personal Attendant Services are told about the option to direct the service themselves, including whether to employ the attendant directly or use an agency.

Source: Waiver for Individuals Age 65 or Older (Aging Waiver), approved 1915(c) application UT.0247.R07.01, effective July 1, 2026 (CMS, medicaid.gov)Checked

Respite Care Services (Aging Waiver)

How to apply

Respite is an Aging Waiver service. Contact your local Area Agency on Aging (listed at daas.utah.gov/locations/) to learn more about the Aging Waiver.

Source: Services (Utah Division of Aging and Adult Services)Checked

Caregiver support

How to apply

Contact the local Area Agency on Aging nearest you.

Source: Services (Utah Division of Aging and Adult Services)Checked

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