Genesee County Home Help Program — Michigan Families Can Get Paid to Provide Care

If you're in Genesee County — Flint, Burton, Grand Blanc, Davison, Flushing, Fenton, or anywhere in the Flint area — the Michigan Home Help Program is available to you. Genesee County has a population of over 400,000 and one of the highest Medicaid enrollment rates in the state. Many families here are already receiving this benefit — many more don't know it exists.

How the Michigan Home Help Program Works in Genesee County

The Michigan Home Help Program is a statewide Medicaid benefit administered by MDHHS. Genesee County families go through the same eligibility and enrollment process as any Michigan family — the local piece is handled by the Genesee County MDHHS office in Flint.

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Confirm Medicaid eligibility for the person who needs care

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Request a Home Help intake assessment through the Genesee County MDHHS office

3

An MDHHS caseworker visits your home to assess care needs and authorize service hours

4

The family member providing care enrolls as a paid caregiver through CHAMPS

5

Care begins, visits are logged through EVV, and payment flows through ASAP

Genesee County MDHHS Office — Contact Information

📍125 E. Union Street, Flint, MI 48502
📞(810) 760-2000
🌐Apply online at michigan.gov/mibridges

This is the primary MDHHS office serving Genesee County. Hours are typically Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Call ahead to confirm. Many Flint-area families also apply for Medicaid online via MI Bridges, which is available 24/7.

Who Qualifies in Genesee County?

Person receiving care:

  • Has active Michigan Medicaid
  • Needs help with daily activities (bathing, dressing, mobility, toileting, eating)
  • Lives in a private home — not a nursing facility or assisted living

Family caregiver:

  • Age 18 or older
  • Not the spouse of the recipient
  • Passes MDHHS background check through CHAMPS

How Much Does the Program Pay in Genesee County?

Caregivers enrolled through HHN earn $18 per hour as of January 1, 2026.

Hours AuthorizedMonthly Earnings
15 hours/week~$1,170/month
20 hours/week~$1,566/month
30 hours/week~$2,340/month

Does the Flint water crisis affect Medicaid eligibility?

No. Standard Medicaid eligibility rules apply in Genesee County. If someone has Medicaid and needs help with daily activities, they can apply for the Home Help Program regardless of other circumstances.

Can families in Grand Blanc or Davison apply?

Yes. The Genesee County MDHHS office serves all of Genesee County — including Grand Blanc, Davison, Flushing, Fenton, Clio, and all surrounding communities.

How Home Help Navigators Serves Genesee County Families

Home Help Navigators is a licensed Michigan agency provider serving families across Michigan, including Genesee County and the greater Flint area. We know the enrollment process inside and out:

We verify Medicaid eligibility upfront — no surprises
We prepare your family for the MDHHS in-home assessment
We handle CHAMPS caregiver enrollment completely
We set up EVV so visits are properly tracked and payment flows
We manage billing through ASAP for accurate, on-time payment

No cost to families — ever. We're compensated as a licensed agency provider through MDHHS.

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Edward Beyne · Founder

Combat Veteran · Michigan Native

"This program is for every Michigan family — including Flint. The enrollment process can be complicated, but the benefit is real. We help Genesee County families get through it."

Check if your Genesee County family qualifies

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