Alberta Blue Cross CDHCI Funding
Understand your home care funding options.
Eligible clients may receive approved home care services through the Client Directed Home Care Invoicing (CDHCI) program, administered by Alberta Blue Cross.
Alberta Blue Cross CDHCI Approved Provider
"You do not have to navigate CDHCI alone."
Beteseb Care explains the process, helps you understand your options, and supports you in your preferred language.
What is CDHCI?
Client Directed Home Care Invoicing
Client Directed Home Care Invoicing (CDHCI) is an option for eligible Alberta Health Services Home Care clients to choose an approved provider for authorized services.
As a registered Client Directed Home Care (CDHCI) provider, Beteseb Care offers direct billing through Alberta Blue Cross for eligible services approved in your care plan.
- Choice of approved home care provider
- Greater flexibility in care arrangements
- Direct billing through Alberta Blue Cross for eligible services
- Support in your preferred language whenever possible
- Care tailored to your needs, family circumstances, and approved care plan
Coverage depends on individual assessment and approval. Beteseb Care cannot guarantee eligibility or coverage.
Who May Be Eligible?
Eligibility is determined by Alberta Health Services Home Care.
You may qualify if you meet program criteria and have approved home care hours or services.
You may be eligible if you:
- Are an Alberta resident with a valid Alberta Health Care card
- Have been assessed by Alberta Health Services Home Care
- Have approved home care hours or services
- Are eligible to participate in the CDHCI program
Common people who may qualify:
- Seniors aging at home
- Adults living with chronic health conditions
- People recovering after hospitalization
- Adults needing help with daily living activities
- Family caregivers seeking additional support
Why Families Choose Beteseb Care
Funding support with language, culture, and family at the centre.
Calgary has many home care options. Few combine CDHCI navigation with culturally matched care.
Culturally matched caregivers
Caregivers are matched around language, traditions, routines, food preferences, and family values.
Care that feels like family
Beteseb means family in Amharic. That story guides every visit and every care plan.
CDHCI navigation support
We help families understand funding options, AHS assessment steps, and Alberta Blue Cross direct billing.
Locally rooted in Calgary
We know the community because we live here, serve here, and support families here.
Trusted and regulated
Beteseb Care is a CDHCI Approved Provider committed to quality, accountability, and respectful support.
We’re not trying to be the biggest.
We’re trying to be the best — for you.
Covered Services
Services that may be covered
Coverage varies based on each client’s approved care plan.
Personal Care
Bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting assistance, mobility support, and care tasks approved in your plan.
Home Support
Light housekeeping, laundry, meal preparation, household assistance, and approved daily living support.
Companionship & Daily Living
Social engagement, safety supervision, community participation, and support to remain safely at home.
Respite Support
Temporary relief for family caregivers when approved through your care plan.
Specialized Support
Services approved through your individual care plan, delivered with cultural and language matching whenever possible.
Important Note
Coverage is determined by Alberta Health Services and Alberta Blue Cross. We help you understand, not guarantee, what applies.
Access Pathway
Getting started in four simple steps
Contact Beteseb Care
Schedule a free consultation to discuss your situation and care needs.
Confirm Eligibility
We help you understand whether you may qualify for CDHCI-funded services and what to ask AHS Home Care.
Develop Your Care Plan
We review your approved services and discuss your language, cultural, and family preferences.
Begin Care
We match you with a caregiver and start services according to your approved plan.
Eligibility Self-Screening
Do I qualify? A simple guide.
This is for education only and does not guarantee eligibility. Eligibility and services are determined through Alberta Health Services Home Care.
Do you live in Alberta?
The CDHCI program is available to residents of Alberta with a valid Alberta Health Care card.
Do you have an Alberta Health Care card?
You must have a valid Alberta Health Care card to access provincially funded home care services.
Have you been assessed through AHS Home Care?
An Alberta Health Services Home Care assessment is the key step for determining funded care needs.
Are you seeking support to remain safely at home?
The CDHCI program is designed to support Albertans who choose to remain in their home with appropriate care services.
If you answered yes to these questions, you may be a good candidate to explore CDHCI. Contact Beteseb Care for a free, confidential eligibility discussion — in your language.
Get My Free Eligibility ReviewCommon Questions
Funding questions, answered.
What is CDHCI?
The Client Directed Home Care Invoicing Program allows eligible Albertans to receive approved home care services from registered providers and have eligible invoices submitted through Alberta Blue Cross.
Do I need a Home Care assessment?
Yes. Eligibility is determined through Alberta Health Services Home Care. We can help you understand the process and prepare questions before you speak with AHS.
Can I choose my home care provider?
Eligible clients can choose from approved CDHCI providers. Beteseb Care is positioned for families who want language-matched, culturally responsive care.
Can I choose a caregiver who speaks my language?
Whenever possible, Beteseb Care works to match clients with caregivers who understand their language, culture, and family values.
Are all services covered?
No. Coverage depends on your approved care plan and funding authorization. We clearly explain any services that may not be covered.
Is there any cost to use Beteseb Care's services?
We offer free consultations and eligibility reviews. For eligible CDHCI clients, services may be fully covered. Contact us for details specific to your situation.
What does "culturally relevant" care mean?
We respect your traditions, languages, and family values. Our caregivers are matched to your cultural preferences whenever possible — whether that means traditional meals, cultural holidays, modesty preferences, prayer routines, or communication in your preferred language.
What are my options if I don't qualify for CDHCI?
There may be other programs or private-pay options available. We will never leave a family without options — we explore every avenue with you.
How quickly can services start?
Timing depends on eligibility, approvals, caregiver availability, and your specific needs.
Do you serve only Calgary?
We primarily serve Calgary and surrounding communities.
For official Alberta Blue Cross CDHCI information and provider lookup, visit the official Alberta Blue Cross Client Directed Home Care page . We recommend speaking with Beteseb Care first so we can guide you through the process in your language.
Not Sure Where to Start?
You do not have to navigate the system alone.
Whether you are exploring home care for the first time, recovering from hospital, or supporting an aging parent, we can help you understand your options.
- Free consultation
- Eligibility discussion
- Funding guidance
- Language & cultural matching
- RN-guided support