The law requires the State to process medical applications as follows: • 60 days - Medical assistance for persons requiring a disability determination. 45 days - Medical assistance for all others.
In conclusion, there are 4 types of caregivers: family caregivers, professional caregivers, volunteer caregivers, and informal caregivers. Each caregiver faces unique challenges, including physical and emotional exhaustion, financial strain, and balancing personal and caregiving responsibilities.
Who can receive these services? We serve people with severe disabilities under age 60 who need help with daily living activities in their homes. Many of these people are at risk of moving into a nursing home or other facility. (For those 60 and over, please contact the Illinois Department on Aging.)
Documents Needed for a Medicaid Application DRIVERS LICENSE, PHOTO ID CARD, OR PASSPORT. SOCIAL SECURITY CARD FOR APPLICANT (and spouse if living) RED, WHITE, AND BLUE MEDICARE CARD. HEALTH INSURANCE CARDS, PREMIUM AMOUNT STATEMENT.
CHICAGO - Workers in Illinois who provide personal care to family members are protected from employment discrimination based on family responsibilities as of January 1, 2025. Illinois is now one of fewer than 10 states to provide employment protections for family caregivers.
In Illinois, home care businesses must be licensed through the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH). You'll need a Home Services Agency (HSA) license for non-medical services like personal care and assistance with daily activities. If you plan to offer medical services, you'll need a Home Nursing Agency license.
Illinois Caregiver Training Requirements In-home Service Workers: Required to complete 8 hours of topic specific initial training and a minimum of 8 hours CE annually. Homecare Aides: Required to complete 2 hours of agency specific orientation, 22 hours of topic specific training, and 12 hours CE annually.