Now enrolling families in Pittsburgh
Get paid to carefor someone you love.
Already helping a parent, grandparent, or relative at home? You may be able to get paid for it through Pennsylvania's Medicaid home care programs. We make the process simple.
- Free eligibility check
- We handle the paperwork
- Local Pittsburgh office
Free eligibility check
See if you can get paid to care — takes 60 seconds
01Where care connects
Care that startswith the bondyou already share.
You already show up — helping Mom get dressed, making Dad's lunch, driving to appointments. That care matters, and it takes real time and energy.
Virtue Independence Homecare helps Pittsburgh families turn that care into a paycheck. We check eligibility, handle the paperwork, and support you along the way.
So your loved one can stay home — with someone they trust.
02Why families choose us
Good for your loved one. Good for you.
Care from someone they trust
Your loved one is cared for by a familiar face who knows their routines, likes, and needs.
You earn a paycheck for the care you give
The help you already provide can become paid work through PA Medicaid programs.
They stay at home
Familiar rooms, favorite chair, their own neighborhood — no move required.
We handle the paperwork
Forms, onboarding and background checks — we walk you through each one.
A local Pittsburgh team
Real people nearby who answer the phone and know Western PA.
03Eligibility
Could your family qualify?
Here's a general picture. Every family is different — a free check is the quickest way to know for sure.
Your loved one
- Lives in Pittsburgh or a nearby county
- Has Medicaid, or may qualify for it
- Needs help with daily tasks like bathing, dressing, or meals
- Wants to keep living at home
You, the caregiver
- You're 18 or older
- You're a relative or trusted friend
- You can pass a background check
- You're willing to complete simple onboarding steps
04How it works
Three simple steps.
From your first call to your first paycheck — we stay with you the whole way.
Step 01
Tell us about your loved one
Fill out the short form or call us. It takes about two minutes, and there's no obligation.
Step 02
We guide you through eligibility & enrollment
We explain the steps in plain language, help with forms, and keep things moving.
Step 03
Start getting paid to care
Once approved, you keep caring for your loved one — and get paid for the approved hours you work.
05Everyday help
What paid caregivers help with
The kind of everyday support you may already give — now recognized and paid.
- 01
Bathing & grooming
Gentle, dignified help with washing, hair and personal care.
- 02
Dressing
Getting ready for the day, at their pace.
- 03
Meal prep & eating
Cooking favorite meals and helping at the table.
- 04
Mobility & transfers
Moving safely around the house, in and out of bed.
- 05
Bathroom assistance
Respectful support with bathroom routines.
- 06
Housekeeping & errands
Light tidying, laundry, groceries and pickups.
06Questions
Common questions from families
Still have questions?
Talk with a local care coordinator — free, no obligation.
In many cases, yes. Pennsylvania's Medicaid home care programs can allow a family member or friend to be paid for helping a loved one with daily activities at home. Virtue Independence Homecare helps you check eligibility and handles the enrollment paperwork.
—Local & nearby
Your local Pittsburgh team
Real people who know Western Pennsylvania — and who'll walk you through every step.
Visit our office
- 201 Penn Center Blvd, Suite 400, Pittsburgh, PA 15235
- 412-837-8390
- Mon–Fri, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Let's talk about thecare you give.
A short, friendly call is all it takes to find out if your family qualifies.