Medicaid Home Care Clients in Illinois: A Guide for Agencies

Illinois funds in-home care through several state programs serving different populations. Here’s the landscape for agencies planning growth.

The programs (HFS / DoA)

Illinois delivers in-home services through the Home Services Program (HSP), run by the Department of Human Services; the Community Care Program (CCP), run by the Department on Aging for older adults; and managed long-term services and supports under HFS (Healthcare and Family Services). Illinois has moved to increase the base in-home reimbursement rate to about $30.80/hour (effective January 1, 2026, subject to federal approval) to support a higher minimum wage for direct care workers. Confirm the current rate and program rules against the official source.

See the official details at Illinois HFS.

What this means for agencies

• Know the program. HSP (DHS), CCP (Aging), and MLTSS serve different populations with different coordination structures.
• Care coordinators and case managers authorize services — relationships there drive referrals.
• Confirm eligibility and program fit before investing in a family.

Preparing to grow in Illinois

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General information for agencies, not legal or eligibility advice. Program rules and rates change — confirm current details with Illinois HFS.