Ohio ComCare Participants, Welcome to Palco!
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Ohio ComCare Participants, Welcome to Palco!

Palco is excited to be the new payroll company for the ComCare Program in Ohio, starting in October 2025. Until the transition is complete, you will continue to work with your current payroll company. Who is Palco? Palco is a pioneer of financial management services (FMS) for participant-direction (also known as self-direction) across the US….

How to Get Paid as a Family Caregiver
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How to Get Paid as a Family Caregiver

It is hard to find the right people to provide care for your loved one. You need someone who you can trust and who understands their specific needs. Sometimes, the best caregiver for your family member is… you! In many cases, family members can be paid by the state to care for their loved one…

The Bigger Picture: An Overview of Social Determinants of Health (SDOH)
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The Bigger Picture: An Overview of Social Determinants of Health (SDOH)

The quality of someone’s local schools. How stable their job is. If they have friends and family to support them. What do these things all have in common? They are all non-medical factors that can impact a person’s health. These factors, and more, are Social Determinants of Health (SDOH).

Why You Should Have a Living Will and Advance Health Directives
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Why You Should Have a Living Will and Advance Health Directives

When it comes to healthcare, making decisions about your medical treatment is crucial, especially in situations where you may not be able to express your wishes due to illness, injury, or incapacitation. This is where a Living Will and Advance Health Directives come into play.

How to Build a Loyal Team of Caregivers
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How to Build a Loyal Team of Caregivers

It is hard enough to find people to provide care who you can trust and who understand your needs. It can be even harder to keep those good caregivers on your team once you find them. With the current shortage of caregivers, we are in a crisis. According to the ANCOR 2024 survey, 90% of people said…

How Prioritizing Consumer Empowerment Can Redefine an Industry

How Prioritizing Consumer Empowerment Can Redefine an Industry

Entering Colorado’s consumer-directed care market in 2019 was both a challenge and an opportunity for Palco. At that time, the market was dominated by an incumbent vendor with over a decade of experience, deep knowledge of the local regulations, and strong relationships with stakeholders. We started with zero clients and faced significant competition in establishing…