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Idaho Medicaid Cuts Threaten Home Care Support for Families

3/2/2026

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Idaho faces cuts to Medicaid-funded home care under Governor Brad Little's budget plan, threatening supports for families like Stephanie Walters and her daughter Shelby.
Advocacy groups warn that small reductions could devastate underfunded programs and limit access to therapy.
Experts say cuts could force caregivers, primarily women, out of the workforce.
James Baugh, a retired disability rights lawyer, cites the impact on his son Gabriel.

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Story summary

Idaho faces cuts to Medicaid-funded home care under Governor Brad Little's budget plan, threatening supports for families like Stephanie Walters and her daughter Shelby.
Advocacy groups warn that small reductions could devastate underfunded programs and limit access to therapy.
Experts say cuts could force caregivers, primarily women, out of the workforce.
James Baugh, a retired disability rights lawyer, cites the impact on his son Gabriel.