Who is eligible for CHCPE in 2026?

General guidelines: Connecticut residents age 65 or older who need help with daily activities or are at risk of nursing home placement, with monthly income under approximately $2,901 and countable assets under $1,600 for an individual or $2,400 for a couple for the Medicaid-funded portion of the program. Other program tiers have different limits. Eligibility is determined by the State of Connecticut, not by any home care agency — we can help you understand the process and connect you with the right resources.

Does CHCPE cover non-medical home care from Connecticut Caring Companions?

CHCPE covers non-medical services of the kind Connecticut Caring Companions provides, including companion services, homemaker services, personal care assistance, meal preparation, and respite care. Call (860) 812-0332 and we will review your situation, explain how CHCPE-funded care works, and help you take the next step.

How do I apply for CHCPE?

You apply through the Connecticut Department of Social Services. The process includes a financial review and a care needs assessment. Applications can be started at portal.ct.gov by searching for CHCPE, or by phone through your regional Area Agency on Aging. Connecticut Caring Companions can walk your family through what to expect at each step.

How long does CHCPE approval take, and what can we do in the meantime?

Approval timelines vary, often several weeks. Many families begin with a small number of private-pay hours so care starts immediately, then transition once CHCPE funding is in place. We offer flexible scheduling with no minimum hour requirements to make this bridge affordable.

PAYING FOR CARE · CONNECTICUT HOME CARE PROGRAM FOR ELDERS

CHCPE: Home Care Your Family May Not Have to Pay For Out of Pocket

The Connecticut Home Care Program for Elders helps eligible seniors receive non-medical home care — companion care, homemaker services, personal care, and respite — while remaining safely at home. Connecticut Caring Companions works with families using CHCPE across the state.

Request a Free Eligibility Review Call (860) 812-0332

What Is the Connecticut Home Care Program for Elders?

CHCPE is a state program administered by the Connecticut Department of Social Services. Its purpose is simple: help older adults who would otherwise need a nursing home remain in their own homes, with the state funding home-based services for those who qualify.

For families facing Connecticut's care costs — where a nursing home can exceed $150,000 per year — CHCPE can be the difference between an unwanted facility placement and a parent aging at home with support. Many of the services CHCPE funds are exactly the non-medical services Connecticut Caring Companions provides every day.

2026 Eligibility at a Glance

Age & residency: 65 or older and a Connecticut resident
Care need: needs help with daily activities, or is at risk of nursing home placement
Income (Medicaid waiver tier): under approximately $2,901 per month (2026)
Assets (Medicaid waiver tier): under $1,600 for an individual or $2,400 for a couple; state-funded tiers of the program have higher limits

Eligibility is determined by the State of Connecticut following a financial review and care needs assessment — not by any home care agency. Figures above are general guidelines and subject to change; confirm current limits with the Connecticut Department of Social Services.

CHCPE-Funded Services We Provide

🤝 Companion Services

Social engagement, supervision, and daily support

🏠 Homemaker Services

Light housekeeping, laundry, and household upkeep

🧼 Personal Care Assistance

Bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility support

🍽️ Meal Preparation

Nutritious meals prepared at home

⏰ Respite Care

Scheduled relief for family caregivers

🧠 Dementia Support

Trained caregivers for memory-related needs

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How the Process Works

Call us at (860) 812-0332. We listen to your situation and explain whether CHCPE looks like a fit — no cost, no obligation.
Apply through the Connecticut Department of Social Services. Start at portal.ct.gov (search "CHCPE") or through your regional Area Agency on Aging. We can tell you exactly what to expect.
Complete the state's assessment. The state reviews finances and care needs, then approves a plan of care for eligible applicants.
Care begins at home. A care plan is built around your loved one's routine, with Registered Nurse-led oversight from our leadership team.
Need care before approval? Many families bridge the waiting period with a few private-pay hours — we have no minimum hour requirements.

Why Families Using CHCPE Choose a Registered Nurse-Owned Agency

CHCPE participants often have complex situations — recent hospitalizations, memory changes, multiple providers, and case managers coordinating the plan of care. Connecticut Caring Companions is owned and operated by Registered Nurses, which means informed care coordination with your case manager, careful caregiver matching, and non-medical support delivered with a deeper understanding of complex needs. Licensed (HCA.0001859), BBB-accredited, insured, and bonded.

Find Out If CHCPE Can Fund Your Loved One's Care

Call our 24/7 line or request a free consultation. We will review your situation, explain the CHCPE process step by step, and help your family plan care at home. Referral partners: contact us directly to coordinate care for a CHCPE-eligible client.