If you’re an unpaid family caregiver, the only thing standing between you and earning money for the care you provide may be caregiver training and, in some cases, a certification. 

Several programs in Pennsylvania pay family caregivers to provide care to an aging family member or friend. Here, we share information about each program and who can take advantage of it, as well as other resources that PA family caregivers may be able to tap to help cover the cost of caring.

Caring for an aging loved one can cause us to miss work or require us to leave our jobs entirely. We also pay an average of $7,200 out of pocket to provide this care. For some family caregivers, payment is available.