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Home Caregivers – Apply for ID Badge

The Division of Consumer Affairs is responsible for processing applications for persons required to obtain a Home Caregiver ID Badge. Persons
required to obtain a Home Caregiver ID Badge should do so using the online portal linked below.  The portal can accommodate new and
renewal applications and replacement requests.  The portal allows applicants to submit a complete application including consent forms, pay the fees,
and schedule an appointment to pick up the ID Badge in person.  The portal works best with a desktop or laptop computer with Google Chrome as the web browser.   Mobile devices such a Tablets, Smartphones and pads may not work. APPLICATION FEES ARE NON-REFUNDABLE.

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IMPORTANT: YOU MUST FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS WHEN APPLYING FOR THE HOME CAREGIVER ID BADGE

    NEW, RENEWAL OR REPLACEMENT 
    FIRST-TIME ONLINE PORTAL USERS​		          RETURNING ONLINE PORTAL USERS​
  1.  To apply online for a Caregiver ID Badge click the link below: 


     Apply for Home Caregiver ID Badge 

    OR click on the GREEN BUTTON Þ
    Caregiver Badge ID Application Button2.png
  2. Enter your e-mail, first name, last name, and select
    “Sign-up"
  3. Click on the “Sign-up" link in the lower left portion
    of the screen
  4. Check your email for a temporary account password
  1. To apply online for a Caregiver ID Badge AND if you have an online login account, click the link below: 

    Apply for Home Caregiver ID Badge

    OR click on the BLUE BUTTON Þ
    APPLY HERE Button BLUE.png
  2. Enter your User Name
  3. Enter Password
  4. Select "Login"
    Note: there is a "Forgot Password" link at the bottom of the
    page if you have an online portal account but can't remember
    your password.

 

GUIDES TO USING THIS PORTAL 
Quick Start Guide​This guide assists home caregivers with creating a user ID and password to access the application portal.​
New Applicant​This guide provides detailed step-by-step instructions for persons who are applying for an ID badge for the first time.​
Renewal Applicant​This guide provides detailed step-by-step instructions for persons who are renewing their ID badge.  ​
Replacement Applicant​This guide provides detailed step-by-step instructions for persons who have a current ID Badge but it was damaged or lost and need a replacement.​

 

Non-Refundable Fees to obtain a caregiver ID Badge may be made within the portal and are as follows:

    • $30 – AFFILIATED CAREGIVERS: applicants who work for a Home Care Agency and have previously submitted fingerprints to the 
      Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) and have been deemed “eligible"
    • $100 – PRIVATE / INDEPENDENT CAREGIVERS:  applicants who do not work for a Home Care Agency and need the Division of Consumer Affairs to take fingerprints for a Level II criminal background check
    • $15 – BADGE REPLACEMENT:  This option is only available to persons who have a valid/current ID badge and need it replaced due
      to it being lost, damaged, or stolen      .   

 

SHOULD YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE CONTACT US:

PALM BEACH COUNTY CONSUMER AFFAIRS
561-712-6600
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50 SOUTH MILITARY TRAIL, SUITE 201

WEST PALM BEACH, FL 33415