Partnering for Success with Consumer Directed Services.

Self-direction means you can save time and avoid hassles while still having the freedom to pick the supports and services you want; from the people you choose. At PAS, we take care of the paperwork, payroll, tax filings and other administrative work involved in hiring and managing Direct Care Professionals for people enrolled in consumer directed services in Michigan, so you can live your best life.

We pride ourselves on delivering great customer service, professional staff and high-quality Consumer Directed Services that ultimately support you in living the life you choose.

Contact us today to learn more or to enroll.

Serving our neighbors and communities throughout Michigan with financial management and representative payee services.

Financial Management Services and Employer Agent

PAS empowers individuals and families through the Home and Community Based Waiver programs. We provide foundational support through the administrative work involved in facilitating Consumer Directed Services provided by Direct Care Professionals, Staffing Agents, Job Coaching, and Supported Employment. You will find support with implementing your own choices through available resources and a variety of services.

Representative Payee

As a Representative Payee we work with individuals and families to create a housing budget based upon their living choices. We also process expenses outlined in the housing budget, monitor benefits and expenses, not to exceed available funding and report any invoices or expenses that we are unable to process.

Interested in learning more about self-direction? Read our Self-Direction Overview below.

Self-Direction Brochure

What makes us different?

Exceptional Consumer Directed Services
Our dedicated team is committed to providing personalized customer support, assisting with your questions and concerns. Throughout your partnership with PAS, we will connect with your Care Manager or Service Coordinator to make your experience the best it can be.

Extensive Experience
We have been leaders in Michigan self-direction for over 24 years. We focus entirely on self-directed programs; we are not a staffing agency or a co-employer. Count on our skills and knowledge to help you on your journey.

Ease of Enrollment
We offer a range of enrollment options to suit your needs. You can choose to have someone visit your home, come to our office, or enroll remotely. Our goal is to make it easy for you and help you through the process.

Comprehensive Training and Education Resources
Self-direction can be complicated. We provide Participant and Direct Care Professional training and support beyond the mandated requirements. All of our training and support materials are available in different formats. We offer education and outreach to Care Managers or Service Coordinators on our process and how best to work together to deliver a positive experience.

Forward-Looking
We take pride in our forward-thinking approach, constantly seeking ways to improve the experience. We have been providing EVV since 2018 with more than 99% of our Participants using our EVV system. Our commitment to EVV began before it became a state requirement. We are making all our materials available in multiple languages to ensure accessibility and inclusivity for all.

Kind Words from the People Who Know Us Best

They are always very courteous.

Eugene, Friend of a Participant

I am so thankful for your program. It allows my children to live in their own apartment. This would not be possible without your assistance.

Participant’s mother

The entire staff are fantastic. You all rock!

Participant's Direct Care Professional

Personal Accounting Services (PAS) is a Michigan-based company that has been assisting self-advocates and families who choose self-direction since 1999. We pride ourselves on our expertise with the financial management services side of consumer-directed services our mission is to support our neighbors who are aging or have disabilities to live their best lives by self-directing when, how, and where they receive their support and services.

Fiscal Employer Agent (FEA) and Financial Management Services

We believe in partnering with you as you take the lead in your services. When you choose to self-direct your support services, you choose who supports you and when based on your needs and desires. We help you with fiscal management and representative payee services PAS has expertise in handling important enrollment tasks like paperwork, background checks, and processing timesheets. Furthermore, we make sure everything stays on track and follows state and federal regulations.

Representative Payee Services

As Representative Payee, we work with individuals and families to create a housing budget. We process expenses outlined in the housing budget, monitor benefits and expenses, ensure expenses do not exceed available funding, and report any invoices or expenses that we are unable to process.

How does PAS support you in your self-direction journey?

With one-on-one training and educational resources, PAS goes the extra mile to teach individuals and Direct Care Professionals how to navigate the administrative side of self-direction. PAS makes the administrative work behind Self-Directed support quick and easy for you to understand.

In addition to our training and support services, many of our team members are fluent in Spanish. We offer bilingual support and can provide additional translation services through GLOBO Language Solutions.

Electronic Visit Verification Experts

PAS is well-prepared for the MDHHS mandate for Electronic Visit Verification on September 3, 2024. We’ve been requiring participants and Direct Care Professionals to use EVV since 2018. Because we spend the time upfront training, we currently have 100% compliance with all Direct Care Professionals using EVV.

Every member of our team has a deep understanding of EVV and how to use the CareWhen EVV app. PAS personally trains each new participant and Direct Care Professional that enrolls with us and we are always ready to answer your questions. Our website includes extra resources for training and EVV support. The PAS Experience

Choosing PAS means partnering with a leader in self-direction. When you choose PAS as your Fiscal Agent, you’ll begin receiving great customer support through enrollment, training, managing your budget, and conducting annual reviews with your Care Manager or Service Coordinator. Ongoing communication with Care Managers or Service Coordinators, makes managing the financial management side of Consumer-Directed Services seamless.

With over 24 years of leadership in Michigan self-direction, PAS has established itself as a trusted partner for individuals who choose self-direction and are seeking a fiscal employer agent.

At PAS, we’re all about supporting your control over your support. As we keep moving forward, we’re excited to continue making your support more personalized, efficient, and inclusive.

Direct Care Professionals

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