Personal Care Attendants
Learn about Personal Care Attendants, and how you may be able to earn money as a Personal Care Attendant if you are taking care of a family member.
What is a Personal Care Attendant?
A PCA is someone who works with an individual with limited abilities who needs help to complete basic tasks, including:
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Bathing and dressing
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Denture care
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Toileting help
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Meal preparation and feeding
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Housekeeping and shopping
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Help with walking and general movement
Who Can Be a Personal Care Attendant?
Almost anyone can be a PCA. Individuals can hire family members (except for a spouse, legal guardian, or surrogate), friends, neighbors, or workers they find through help wanted ads, Craigslist, or the Mass PCA Directory.
What Are the Benefits For Personal Care Attendants?
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$15.75/hour
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Earned sick leave
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Unemployment insurance
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Workers compensation
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Free training opportunities
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CPR/First Aid
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Blood borne pathogens
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Communication skills
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Topics in computers
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Transfers and Mobility
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Alzheimer’s and Dementia
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Medication safety
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PCAs are eligible for college tuition vouchers after completing a year of, at least, part-time employment
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PCAs are eligible to complete the Certified Nurse Aide program after completing a year of, at least part-time, employment
