Paid Caregiver Rent Obligations

Summary

If youre a paid caregiver in Oklahoma, rent obligations depend on your agreement with the homeowner. Generally, if the VA pays you to provide care, you typically wouldnt pay rent. However, exceptions may apply. Consult the Oklahoma VA for specific regulations.

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I need to know if I get paid by the Oklahoma va to be a live in caregiver of my elderly friend can they make me pay rent
Hello **** ****,
Generally, if you're paid as a caregiver, rent obligations depend on your agreement with the homeowner. But for specific regulations, you'll need to consult with a local legal expert or the Oklahoma VA directly.
Well the homeowner needed * hour care so that why I moved In because if he didn't have someone taking care of him they were going to put him in a nursing home
Hello **** ****,
It seems you're in a unique situation. Generally, if you're providing care and the VA is paying you, you usually wouldn't pay rent. However, there might be exceptions. You can contact the Oklahoma VA for clarification.