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NC Medicaid LTSS: overview
Start here for North Carolina Medicaid long-term services and supports (LTSS) programs and contact pathways.
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North Carolina resources for caregivers
These are North Carolina entry points for caregiver support & respite, long-term services and supports, job-related leave options, safety reporting, and benefits portals. (Official sources when possible.)
Status: Draft — please verify links before publishing.
Last reviewed: Feb 8, 2026
Caregiver supportSupport
Family Caregiver Support Program (NC)
Information on caregiver supports (education, support groups, services) typically coordinated through local aging services/AAA partners.
RespiteBreaks
Lifespan Respite (NC)
Respite options and guidance; availability varies locally. Use the state respite program page and the national locator.
Medicaid LTSSManaged care
LTSS care management (NC Medicaid)
Information on LTSS care management approaches and coordination for members with LTSS needs.
Self-directedGetting paid
CAP/DA + consumer-directed services
CAP/DA is one LTSS waiver program; includes consumer-directed services (criteria apply).
Work & leaveJob support
Job-protected leave (FMLA)
Federal Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) overview and guidance.
Benefits portalApply
Apply for NC Medicaid (ePASS)
How to apply for NC Medicaid, including the ePASS online application portal.
SafetyAPS
Adult Protective Services (APS)
Report suspected abuse, neglect, or exploitation of vulnerable adults (handled through county DSS).
Long-term careOmbudsman
Long-Term Care Ombudsman (NC)
Advocacy and complaint assistance for residents of nursing homes and other long-term care facilities.