Team Select Contributes to National white paper on the Family CNA Model
At Team Select Home Care, we’ve long supported family-centered care models that empower parents, grandparents, and other relatives to become paid, trained caregivers for their own children. That’s why we’re proud to have contributed to a new national white paper, “The Family CNA Model: Supporting Families and Improving Care for Children with Medical Complexity,” developed in partnership with Family Voices, Health Leads, and the Lucile Packard Foundation for Children’s Health. The full analysis and publication were led by Manatt Health, a national thought leader in Medicaid policy and health equity.
This white paper outlines how Medicaid-supported Family CNA programs, like those offered in Colorado, Arizona, and now developing in Florida through SB 1156 can address the home care workforce shortage, reduce hospitalizations, improve outcomes, and help families stay financially secure.
“This model is more than a policy solution, it’s a promise to families that their voices, care, and connection matter,” said Fred Johnson, President & CEO of Team Select.
What Is the Family CNA Program?
The Family CNA model allows qualifying family members, such as parents, grandparents, or siblings, to receive free training, become state-certified, and get paid through a home health agency like Team Select to provide care for their medically complex child at home.
While program names vary by state, the intent is the same: to support families in delivering high-quality, person-centered care. Here’s how different states refer to their programs:
Why It Matters
Children with medical complexities often need 24/7 care, such as feeding tube management, trach support, and seizure monitoring. With a shortage of skilled home care professionals, families are often left to manage this care on their own, unpaid and untrained.
The Family CNA model fills this gap by offering:
Team Select Is Leading the Way
If you’re a parent in Arizona, Colorado, Florida, New Hampshire, or Pennsylvania caring for a medically fragile child, you may be wondering: Can I get paid to take care of my child at home?
The answer may be yes, and we’re here to help.
In Colorado
Team Select’s Parent CNA Program supports families across the state—including Denver, Fort Collins, Loveland, Aurora, Pueblo, and Colorado Springs. Whether you’re looking to become a parent CNA in Northern Colorado or searching for a home health agency hiring parent CNAs near you, we’ll guide you through the process.
In Arizona
Families are thriving through the Family LHA program. If you’re wondering how to qualify, what training is needed, or how to apply, Team Select Arizona is ready to help you every step of the way.
In Florida
The newly established AMFC program (under SB 1156) is expanding family caregiver options. We’re committed to helping Florida families understand eligibility, required training, and how to enroll.
Learn More and Take the Next Step
“Every child deserves the chance to be cared for at home by someone who knows and loves them,” said Bill Sczepanski, VP of Government Relations. “This model gives families a voice, the tools they need, and the dignity of being recognized as an essential part of the care team.
Contact Team Select to learn how to qualify in your city or state Family Care Programs
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