Maryland home care

Home Care in Montgomery County

Medicaid and private pay home care in Montgomery County

In-Home Care Services in Montgomery County, Maryland

Welcome to Cottage Home Care Maryland LLC — Montgomery County families seeking compassionate, professional in-home care now have a dedicated local partner with a rich caregiving tradition going back to 1992. As the sister company of Cottage Home Care, we bring decades of trusted experience to communities across Rockville, Silver Spring, Bethesda, Gaithersburg, and throughout this exceptionally diverse suburban county. Montgomery County's position in the Mid-Atlantic corridor brings real summer heat risks and significant winter snowstorms, and our comprehensive emergency backup plans are designed to ensure care is never interrupted regardless of weather conditions. The county's extraordinary diversity includes large Spanish-speaking, Korean, Chinese, Vietnamese, Hindi-speaking, Amharic-speaking, and French-speaking communities among many others, and we take great pride in matching every client with a caregiver who speaks their exact language, profoundly respects their cultural values, and completely fulfills all family requirements. All care plans are nurse-monitored and adapt as a client's needs evolve, with 24/7 on-call professional support delivering absolute peace of mind at every hour. Our caregivers assist with daily bathing, dressing, and light housekeeping while providing warm companionship that preserves independence and dignity. Through Community First Choice, Community Options Waiver, and Private Pay, eligible families can access Medicaid-funded care, including getting paid to care for a loved one or welcoming a background-checked CNA.

Montgomery County

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Free help with Medicaid, CFC, waivers, and Private Pay in Montgomery County. No obligation.

(667) 400-0648

Why choose us in Montgomery County

  • Medicaid expertise

    We specialize in Maryland Medicaid home care programs that cover personal care, activities of daily living (ADLs), and related in-home supports for eligible Montgomery County residents.

  • Family caregiver enrollment

    Under CFC and certain waiver services, eligible participants in Montgomery County, Maryland may hire a family member or person they trust as a paid caregiver after meeting medical and financial requirements.

  • No waitlist for CFC

    Unlike the Community Options Waiver, Maryland's CFC program is an entitlement benefit—when you qualify, you can often start services without joining a long statewide waitlist.

  • Private Pay flexibility

    Families in Montgomery County who prefer to pay out of pocket can arrange non-medical home care directly, with control over schedule, tasks, and caregiver choice.

Programs in Montgomery County

Compare Maryland Medicaid and private pay pathways. We help you apply for the program that fits your medical need, budget, and timeline.

  • Community First Choice (CFC)

    CFC is a Maryland Medicaid program that pays for nursing-level personal care in your home. Eligible Montgomery County participants may receive help with bathing, dressing, meal preparation, mobility, and more—often at no out-of-pocket cost. The program also supports self-directed care, allowing an approved family member or friend to be paid for providing services.

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  • Community Options Waiver (HCBOW)

    The Community Options Waiver offers a broader set of home and community-based services for Montgomery County, Maryland residents who need a nursing facility level of care but wish to remain at home or in the community. Services can include personal care, adult day health, respite for family caregivers, and other supports defined in an approved plan of care. This waiver has a waitlist for community applicants; our team explains timelines and alternatives such as CFC when appropriate.

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  • Private Pay Home Care

    Private Pay allows Montgomery County families to fund home care directly without Medicaid enrollment. This option is useful when you need care immediately, want services not covered by insurance, or are waiting for waiver approval. Cottage Home Care Maryland LLC can help you estimate hours and connect you with qualified caregivers.

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Who we help in Montgomery County

Our non-medical home care services support people who want to remain at home with dignity, safety, and trusted caregivers.

  • Seniors who need daily living assistance to stay independent at home
  • Adults with physical disabilities or chronic conditions
  • Individuals recovering from illness or hospitalization
  • Family caregivers seeking paid caregiver programs through Medicaid
  • Households that need a professional CNA or home care aide

How to get started

  1. Free consultation

    Call (667) 400-0648 or contact us online. We review your situation, county of residence (Montgomery County), and care goals.

  2. Program matching

    We determine whether CFC, Community Options Waiver, or Private Pay is the best fit based on Medicaid status, medical need, and urgency.

  3. Enrollment support

    Our staff assists with Medicaid checks, health department assessments, and provider paperwork required by Maryland.

  4. Start care at home

    Once approved, services begin in your Montgomery County, Maryland home with a plan tailored to your daily routine and preferences.

Start home care in Montgomery County

Cottage Home Care Maryland LLC guides Maryland families through enrollment at no cost. Call today or send us a message online.