32 NYS CAREGIVER GUIDE CONSUMER DIRECTED PERSONAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (CDPAP) New York State’s CDPAP allows people with Medicaid choice in who they hire to provide services—including hiring family or friends. This Medicaid program provides services the chronically ill or individuals with physical disabilities who have a medical need for help with activities of daily living (going to the bathroom, bathing, getting dressed, walking, etc.) or professional nursing services. To be eligible for CDPAP, individuals must qualify for Medicaid.
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