About CDS
FAQ
Patient
Can I get CDS?
The following requirements will determine your answer:
- Do you have or qualify for Medicaid?
- Are you a Missouri resident and above 18 years old?
- Do you require home care?
- Are you able to direct your own care?
If you answered “yes” to all of the above, congratulations, you are a CDS candidate!
Whom can I choose as my personal assistant?
Anyone you want, except your spouse and parents for their child who’s under 21 years of age, anyone can enroll and become your paid personal assistant. You can choose an adult child, a trusted friend, a loyal neighbor, or even an aide you already know.
Can I have more than one personal assistant?
Yes! You may have more than one assistant to care for you at different times of the day or week, depending on how many hours a week you’re eligible for.
How much will CDS cost me?
Nothing at all! However you need to have Medicaid to be enrolled.
Do I need to have Medicaid prior to enrolling?
Not necessarily. Deluxe can help you find out how to get approved or re-enrolled.
How do I enroll in the program?
It’s super easy. Click here or call us at (314) 501-2500 and a service coordinator will help you get the process started.
Does Deluxe charge a fee for their services?
No fees, no hidden charges. Deluxe helps you enjoy your Medicaid home care benefits to the max!
Aides
How do apply to be an aide for a consumer I know?
EASY, Call us at (314) 501-2500 and we will help you with the sign up process. In no time, you can start helping out the consumer.
How do I become a personal assistant?
Your name will be added to our 'available caregiver' database. A representative will reach out to you as soon as a patient in your area requests a list of caregivers to interview. If the patient decides to hire you, we will send you the signup form to be added to our payroll system.
Click here or call us at (314) 501-2500 and we will help you take care of all the paperwork and details. You don’t need to have any Home Care experience. The patient will work with you and train you.
Please note! Deluxe Home Care – as a CDS Agency – is not hiring caregivers, the consumer is the one who hires.
How much does Deluxe pay?
Deluxe offers our aides great CDS payment rates.