Wondering what fair compensation looks like for family caregivers this year? We dive into the 2026 pay rates, including how Caregivers First Choice’s experience-based wage ladder helps you earn up to $24.50 per hour.
Jason Schlosky

Jason Schlosky has built his career at the intersection of families and care systems, helping each side understand the other better. As a husband, father of two, and a brother to siblings with disabilities, Jason knows firsthand how overwhelming it can be to navigate care systems that weren't always designed with families in mind. That lived experience doesn't sit in the background of his work. It is his North Star.
With an extensive background in executive leadership across the Colorado home care industry, Jason has dedicated his career to reducing barriers to care and helping hundreds of Colorado families access the services they need. His work centers on Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS), Colorado Medicaid, and the evolving landscape of paid family caregiving, systems he believes should work alongside families, not around them.
Jason is a recognized voice on Community First Choice (CFC) and treating family caregivers as the professional experts they are. His approach blends professional expertise and humor, with compassionate, practical leadership, making complex systems feel more human and less bureaucratic. He is now channeling that experience into something larger. As the founder of Caregivers First Choice, Jason is building the resource he wishes had existed for many families – a place where Colorado caregivers find real answers, real support, and a community that understands what they're carrying.
Can I Hire My Spouse as a Caregiver in Colorado? (2026 Rules)
Becoming a paid caregiver for your spouse involves navigating highly specific Medicaid rules in Colorado. This guide simplifies the Legally Responsible Person (LRP) limitations so you can provide exceptional care with total confidence.
CDASS vs. Agency-Based Community First Choice: Which is Right for You?
Choosing between CDASS and an agency model under Community First Choice is one of the biggest decisions your family will make. Compare the pros and cons of each to find the perfect operational fit for your lifestyle.
The Zero-Gap Switch: How to Move Your IHSS Care to a Higher-Paying Agency (Without Missing a Check)
Don’t let fear keep you underpaid. Learn the 4-step “Zero-Gap” process to switch your IHSS or CFC care to Caregivers First Choice without missing a single paycheck.
A New Chapter for Arvada Families: Caregivers First Choice Launches in 2026
Caregivers First Choice has officially launched to redefine in-home care in Colorado. See how our commitment to operational efficiency and top-tier caregiver wages is raising the standard for families and case managers alike.




