PCAPersonal Care Assistance is the most common type of Medicaid-covered home care services in New York. PCA is covered by all kinds of MLTC plan. The services are provided by a certified, trained paraprofessional, employed by a licensed agency and supervised by a nurse. Personal care aides can assist a person with their ADLs such as bathing, dressing, grooming, walking, and using the toilet. They can also help with shopping, chores, and light housekeeping. Personal care aides cannot perform skilled tasks such as giving medication.