The CDPAP program allows Medicaid-eligible individuals who need home care services and can manage their own care to hire, train, and supervise their own personal assistants. Through collaboration between CAPCO and the Local Department of Social Services, approved participants can designate a personal assistant to provide services. This self-directed model gives participants more control and independence over their care by allowing them to schedule assistance as needed. Participants are responsible for training assistants and overseeing the care plan. The program aims to help people avoid nursing home placement. To participate, individuals contact DSS and choose an aide, then a care plan is developed and home visits are scheduled.