The Consumer Directed Personal Assistance Program (CDPAP) is a unique Medicaid program available to residents of New York State. It is a program designed to give individuals who require long-term care services more control over their care. Rather than being assigned a caregiver by a home care agency, individuals enrolled in the CDPAP program can select and manage their own caregivers. This enables them to choose caregivers who they know and trust, such as family members, friends, or other individuals in their community.
One of the key advantages of the CDPAP program is the ability for participants to maintain a level of independence and control over their own care. This can be particularly important for individuals who may have experienced a loss of autonomy due to their medical condition. By allowing individuals to select their own caregivers, the program helps to promote a sense of dignity and empowerment.
