Skilled nursing,
right at home.
Kaff Homecare is an approved Medicaid MFTD Waiver provider — bringing professional in-home shift nursing to medically fragile children across Illinois.
Most families pay nothing
for in-home nursing
The MFTD Waiver is a Medicaid program administered by Illinois HFS. Parental income does not affect a child’s eligibility. Kaff Homecare bills Medicaid directly.
Skilled in-home nursing,
built around your child
Every care plan is coordinated with DSCC and your child’s medical team. Our nurses arrive trained and ready.
Ventilator & Trach Care
Specialized nursing for children dependent on ventilators, tracheostomies, and life-sustaining technology.
Medication Administration
Accurate medication management, monitoring for side effects, and coordination with the child’s physicians.
Vital Signs Monitoring
Continuous monitoring of oxygen, vitals, and overall condition with timely reporting to caregivers.
Feeding Tube Support
G-tube, NG-tube, and enteral feeding management performed safely and consistently by trained nurses.
Family Training
We train and support parents and caregivers so the whole family feels confident in the child’s care.
Care Plan Coordination
Our nurses communicate directly with DSCC care coordinators and physicians to keep plans current.
Does your child qualify?
To enroll in the MFTD Waiver program, children must meet the following criteria.
Under 21 years of age
Must be less than 21 at time of enrollment. Adults enrolled before 21 may remain for life.
Medical & technology needs
Child must require skilled nursing due to both medical complexity and technology dependence.
Illinois Medicaid eligible
Child must be enrolled in or eligible for Illinois Medicaid. Parental income is not a barrier.
Illinois resident
Child and family must reside in Illinois. Kaff serves Chicago and surrounding communities.
Medically fragile
Condition requires ongoing skilled nursing supervision that cannot be safely provided without trained staff.
DSCC assessment required
Eligibility is confirmed through DSCC at UIC — they assess the child and develop the care plan.
Whether you need nursing care
or want to give it
Get skilled nursing care for your child at home
Tell us about your child’s needs and we’ll walk you through the MFTD Waiver process step by step.
- Free consultation — no pressure
- We help you connect with DSCC
- Licensed, screened nurses
- Flexible shift scheduling
Build a career caring for medically complex children
Join a team that values you. Competitive pay, real support, and meaningful work every day.
- RN, LPN, & CNA roles
- Flexible shifts that work for your life
- Ongoing training & team support
- Make a difference every shift
Getting started takes one call
We’ll guide you through every step — from first contact to your child’s first nursing shift.
Reach out
Call us or fill out the form below. We’ll listen and answer every question — no pressure, no obligation.
DSCC assessment
A DSCC care coordinator assesses your child’s needs and submits the waiver application to HFS on your behalf.
Nursing begins
Once approved, choose Kaff as your provider and your child’s nurse arrives — ready to care, around the clock.
“Kaff’s nurse became part of our family. Our son is safer, healthier, and finally able to thrive at home — and so are we.”
Nurse in Home Waiver
Intake Form
A Kaff specialist will contact you within one business day to discuss your child’s needs and next steps.
Frequently asked questions
Everything you need to know about the MFTD Waiver and how Kaff can help.
Ready to get care for your child?
We’re here to help you navigate every step of the waiver process.