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Sharecare by Carelinx

Making in-home care accessible

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina (Blue Cross NC) Medicare has partnered with CareLinx to provide you with this non-medical, in-home      assistance benefit. This benefit is available on select plans. CareLinx by Sharecare is a trusted network of quality caregivers supporting North Carolina members with social and personal care needs. Members have the ability to match with a caregiver who best meets their needs for in-home assistance.

Introducing a  benefit for Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina Medicare Advantage Ⓡ members available on select plans. Please talk to your Authorized Agent to see if your plan qualifies.

Introducing a  benefit for Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina Medicare AdvantageⓇ members available on select plans. Please talk to your Authorized Agent to see if your plan qualifies.

If eligible, receive 60 hours of in-home care a year at no additional cost.

Making in-home
care accessible

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina (Blue Cross NC) Medicare has partnered with CareLinx to provide you with this non-medical, in-home assistance benefit. This benefit is available on select plans. CareLinx by Sharecare is a trusted network of quality caregivers supporting North Carolina members with social and personal care needs. Members have the ability to match with a caregiver who best meets their needs for in-home assistance.

We want to help you continue to live an enjoyable, independent lifestyle in your own home

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Custom match

Connect with high-quality caregivers to find the custom match for your needs.

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Safe

Caregivers are pre-screened and have completed background checks.

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In-home support

Caregivers can assist you with transportation, meal preparation, grocery shopping, providing companionship, and more!

Caregiving made easier

Smart technology

Stay in the loop with an app on your phone - with notes and updates on your caregivers visits.

Easy-to-use tools

We make scheduling, time tracking, and care coordination seamless.

Member support

Contact a Care Advisor for answers to your specific care questions and needs.

The Blue Cross NC Medicare Advantage Member Experience with CareLinx:

Frequently asked questions

How does CareLinx work?

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CareLinx is an online platform that helps connect families with professional, non-medical caregivers in their area.  CareLinx provides “technology with a human touch” – families can access an online portal to view caregivers, message with them, select them and create individualized tasks for them to assist in the home.  If you would prefer to work with a dedicated advisor, CareLinx provides a dedicated toll-free number, 1(855)-524-1211  to be connected with a CareLinx Care Advisor who can assist by phone.

What types of home care services do caregivers normally provide?

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Caregivers can assist with a range of activities related to daily living and non-medical support -- mobility, bathing, grooming, exercise, meal preparation, transportation for errands, companionship, and more.  Caregivers can also provide limited assistance with your medications by providing reminders and/or taking you to pick up medications. However, caregivers are not authorized to administer or dispense medication.

Are caregivers licensed and how are they screened?

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CareLinx caregivers come from a wide range of professionals including retired RNs.  Some caregivers will have a CNA or HHA, but it is not required to be a caregiver.  CareLinx conducts extensive background screenings and offers continuing education for caregivers to ensure the best quality of care.  Our Care Advisors will work with you to match you with a caregiver who has the experience that meets their individual needs.

How do I contact CareLinx to get started?

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You can enroll via www.carelinx.com/bluecrossnc or by calling CareLinx at 1(855)-524-1211.

What is the benefit for qualifying Blue Cross Blue NC Medicare Advantage members?

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You are eligible for 60 hours of care per year at no cost. There is a two-hour minimum for shifts. Shifts are not to exceed 8 hours.

When is the effective date of the benefit?

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January 1, 2023

Does CareLinx provide customer support for members wanting to take advantage of the benefit?

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You will have access to a dedicated CareLinx Care Advisor who can assist throughout the entire matching process in cases where you want additional support.  Care Advisors are available to answer any CareLinx-related questions through the enrollment and matching processes. Care Advisors will continue to support families by helping to address any care need changes or future questions.

How soon after members enroll will caregiving services start?

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When you call CareLinx and identify there is a need, it will take around 5 days to match with a caregiver. Scheduling the first caregiver visit is based upon your preference for a start date.  Note: for more rural areas, this process may take around 14 days.

Can members message and schedule interviews with caregivers without CareLinx’s assistance?

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A dedicated CareLinx Care Advisor will assist you with scheduling all caregiver interviews unless you express that you would like to coordinate alone.  Some members may choose not to interview and, rather, have a caregiver matched with them on their behalf.  The Care Advisor will also coordinate this process should you choose so.

Are there accommodations for clients who do not speak English?

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Yes, CareLinx can directly accommodate any Spanish-speaking clients currently.  Care Advisors also have access to a translation service via phone with representatives who can translate for most languages.