Allows spouses to serve as paid caregivers in the MassHealth program.

The bill permits spouses to serve as paid caregivers in the MassHealth program, provided they have the authorization of a home and community-based service waiver from the federal government. This waiver is granted under Section 1915(c) of the federal Social Security Act. The bill is intended to allow spouses to provide care for individuals receiving MassHealth benefits, thereby supporting family caregiving within the program.

Allows spouses to serve as paid caregivers in the MassHealth program.

The bill permits spouses to serve as paid caregivers in the MassHealth program, provided they have the authorization of a home and community-based service waiver from the federal government. This waiver is granted under Section 1915(c) of the federal Social Security Act. The bill is intended to allow spouses to provide care for individuals receiving MassHealth benefits, thereby supporting family caregiving within the program.