careers
Our Approach
Why Next Step
Local Michigan focus
Personal guidance
Trusted caregiver model
Caregiver onboarding/support
Clear communication
Person centered care
Reliable administrative support
Guidance for Those Who Care
Family Caregiver Support
We help families understand the Michigan Home Help pathway and navigate applicable caregiver requirements, onboarding, and ongoing agency support.
Initial Screening and Guidance
Initial screening and explanation of the Home Help pathway.
Application and Documentation
Guidance on required steps and documents.
Caregiver Onboarding
Caregiver onboarding, CHAMPS and agency association support, payroll and employment administration, and EVV training once applicable.
Ongoing Agency Support
Ongoing agency support after services begin.
Who Can Become a Caregiver?
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Family & Friends
Can a family member or friend be my caregiver?
Some family members, friends, and other trusted adults may be eligible to provide care, subject to Michigan Home Help rules and caregiver requirements. Certain relationships and situations have restrictions. Contact Next Step so we can review the general pathway with you.
Pathway Review Available -
Spousal Policy
Can my spouse be my paid Home Help caregiver?
Michigan Home Help has restrictions on who may be paid as a caregiver, including restrictions involving spouses. Next Step can explain the current caregiver requirements before onboarding.
Relationship Guidelines -
Minor Rules
Can a parent be paid to care for a child under 18?
Home Help rules restrict payment to a parent for care provided to their minor child. Other qualified caregivers may be possible depending on the situation and program requirements.
Program Regulations
The Process
How It Works
Talk with Next Step.
Complete/coordinate the required Home Help application and medical documentation.
MDHHS assesses eligibility and authorized needs.
If Next Step is chosen and authorization requirements are completed, care begins with the approved caregiver/agency arrangement.
FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
How do caregivers record visits?
Michigan Home Help agencies use Electronic Visit Verification (EVV) when required. Next Step trains assigned caregivers on the required process.
What happens after I choose Next Step?
The Home Help client informs their MDHHS Adult Services Worker. Before agency payment can be authorized, the worker must meet with the client and an authorized agency representative or assigned caregiver(s), and required caregiver/agency enrollment steps must be complete.
What counties do you serve?
Wayne, Oakland, and Macomb Counties.
Get Started
Ready to Get Started
Contact Next Step so we can review the general pathway with you.