Personal Care Assistance
Trained, in-home help with daily personal care: bathing, dressing, grooming, and hygiene.
Personal Care Assistance (PCA) is trained, in-home help with daily personal care, so a person can stay safe and independent in their own home.
A personal care assistant helps with the routines that support independent living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, hygiene, and similar daily tasks. Support is scheduled around the person and the help they need.
The goal is straightforward: the right help with daily activities at the right times, so people can remain comfortable and as independent as possible at home.
Who this service is for
People with a developmental disability or another qualifying condition who need scheduled, in-home help with daily personal care and want to remain independent at home.
Eligibility
Personal Care Assistance is funded through Missouri's Medicaid programs and depends on assessed need and an authorized plan. Funding may come through the Division of Developmental Disabilities waivers or MO HealthNet, depending on the person's situation. If you are not sure whether you qualify, contact us and we can explain your options.
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Frequently asked questions
PCA is trained, in-home help with daily personal care, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and hygiene, so a person can be more independent in their own home.
PCA helps people who need support with daily personal care at home. Eligibility and funding depend on assessed need and the person's Medicaid coverage.