Who We Are
Patients have premier access to the CDPAP program with Special Touch.
Welcome to Special Touch Home Care, your trusted partner for home health services in New York. Since our founding in 1984, we’ve been dedicated to helping New Yorkers lead safer, more comfortable, and independent lives in the warmth and comfort of their own homes.
Originally only offering Personal Care Aide (PCA) and Home Health Aide (HHA) in-home services, our commitment to innovation led us to expand our services in 2016 to include the CDPAP program. Quickly becoming one of the area’s fastest-growing administrators of this revolutionary program, we now proudly offer CDPAP in all 62 counties of New York, with multiple offices across the region.
At Special Touch, our team is passionate about empowering individuals and families with personalized support. We bring decades of experience and knowledge to your doorstep, ensuring you receive customized assistance tailored to your unique needs.
Experience the Special Touch difference — join us as a valued customer today. Let us be your partner on your journey to a safer, more comfortable, and independent life at home.
Evan Ostrovsky, CEO
CDPAP is for New York Residents
You may qualify if your loved one is in New York, needs daily support, and is Medicaid eligible.
Applying for CDPAP is easy
There’s no cost to get started – and our staff will guide you and your family every step of the way.
CDPAP is fully covered by Medicaid
Caregivers are paid weekly to provide one-of-a-kind care at home.
CDPAP is for New York Residents
You may qualify if your loved one is in New York, needs daily support, and is Medicaid eligible.
Applying for CDPAP is easy
There’s no cost to get started – and our staff will guide you and your family every step of the way.
100,000+
Families Served
CDPAP helps pay you for the care you’re already providing
CDPAP works with Medicaid, enabling friends and family to care for their loved ones – and get paid as their caregiver.
- Enroll your loved one: Special Touch is in network with most major Medicaid Managed Care Plans throughout all 62 counties of New York State.
- Get hired as a caregiver: Visit one of our Application Centers to apply in person, or apply completely online using our special virtual application system.
- Receive payment weekly for your assistance: With several ways to clock in and out, you’ll always get paid promptly for every scheduled shift you work.
100,000+
Families Served
CDPAP helps pay you for the care you’re already providing
CDPAP works with Medicaid, enabling friends and family to care for their loved ones – and get paid as their caregiver.
- Enroll your loved one: Special Touch is in network with most major Medicaid Managed Care Plans throughout all 62 counties of New York State.
- Get hired as a caregiver: Visit one of our Application Centers to apply in person, or apply completely online using our special virtual application system.
- Receive payment weekly for your assistance: With several ways to clock in and out, you’ll always get paid promptly for every scheduled shift you work.
AM I ELIGIBLE?
If you have Medicaid, you can apply for CDPAP
CDPAP is a Medicaid program, so your caregiver will be paid with Medicaid funds by Special Touch Home Care. (Unfortunately, Medicare does not offer CDPAP as a benefit at this time.) If you don’t have Medicaid but think you may be eligible, complete our Intake Form for assistance.
If you have either of these cards you can apply!
AM I ELIGIBLE?
If you have Medicaid, you can apply for CDPAP
CDPAP is a Medicaid program, so your caregiver will be paid with Medicaid funds by Special Touch Home Care. (Unfortunately, Medicare does not offer CDPAP as a benefit at this time.) If you don’t have Medicaid but think you may be eligible, complete our Intake Form for assistance.
If you have either of these cards you can apply!
Why Choose CDPAP?
How Does CDPAP Work?
Our CDPAP program is free to join and 100% covered by Medicaid. No training or certifications required.
Contact Special Touch
We’ll arrange RN home visits, determine your eligibility, and confirm how many hours of weekly service your loved one will be approved for.
Choose A Caregiver
Who can be hired as a caregiver?
Caregivers Are Paid By Special Touch Home Care
Care is directed by your loved one, so compensation packages vary. Typical packages include competitive hourly pay, retirement savings plans, and PTO.
Get Started — Welcome Aboard
Special Touch will contact your insurance for authorization to start services. Once received, a Consumer Service Representative will reach out to give you a warm welcome, you’re now an active CDPAP participant!
Have Questions?
How Does CDPAP Work?
Our CDPAP program is free to join and 100% covered by Medicaid. No training or certifications required.
Contact Special Touch
We’ll arrange RN home visits, determine your eligibility, and confirm how many hours of weekly service your loved one will be approved for.
Choose A Caregiver
Who can be hired as a caregiver?
Caregivers Are Paid By Special Touch Home Care
Care is directed by your loved one, so compensation packages vary. Typical packages include competitive hourly pay, retirement savings plans, and PTO.
Get Started — Welcome Aboard
Special Touch will contact your insurance for authorization to start services. Once received, a Consumer Service Representative will reach out to give you a warm welcome, you’re now an active CDPAP participant!
Have Questions? We Have Answers.
Who We Are
Patients have premier access to the CDPAP program with Special Touch.
Welcome to Special Touch Home Care, your trusted partner for home health services in New York. Since our founding in 1984, we’ve been dedicated to helping New Yorkers lead safer, more comfortable, and independent lives in the warmth and comfort of their own homes.
Originally only offering Personal Care Aide (PCA) and Home Health Aide (HHA) in-home services, our commitment to innovation led us to expand our services in 2016 to include the CDPAP program. Quickly becoming one of the area’s fastest-growing administrators of this revolutionary program, we now proudly offer CDPAP in all 62 counties of New York, with multiple offices across the region.
At Special Touch, our team is passionate about empowering individuals and families with personalized support. We bring decades of experience and knowledge to your doorstep, ensuring you receive customized assistance tailored to your unique needs.
Experience the Special Touch difference — join us as a valued customer today. Let us be your partner on your journey to a safer, more comfortable, and independent life at home.
Evan Ostrovsky, CEO
- Awarded Lead Fiscal Intermediary by New York DOH in 2021
- Patients and caregivers may apply in person or virtually
- Caregivers do not require certification or training
- Caregivers receive the best compensation package
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