VITRA Plus, Episode 4: PCA vs. AFC — Choosing the Right Care Program This Mother’s Day
In our fourth episode of Vitra Plus Podcast , Krystal Troncoso celebrates Mother’s Day with a special episode dedicated to the mothers who care for their children, and the sons and daughters who care for their mothers. She breaks down the two MassHealth programs families ask about most: Personal Care Attendant (PCA) and Adult Foster Care (AFC).
If you’re trying to decide which program is the right fit for your family, this episode is for you.
What this episode covers:
- How the PCA program works and who qualifies
- How the AFC program differs and the additional support it includes
- Caregiver requirements for each program
- Why AFC income is tax-free and how that protects your other benefits
But more importantly, we answer the questions families ask every day.
- Can I get paid to care for my mother (or my child) at home?
- What’s the difference between PCA and AFC, and which one fits my situation?
- Will AFC payments affect my food stamps, Section 8, or other housing assistance?
If you’re caring for a loved one at home and want to understand which program offers the right level of support, this episode will help you take the next step.
Listen below and see which program could apply to your family.
