AGING WAIVER PROGRAM
 

What is the Aging Waiver Program?
 
   The Aging Waiver Program is for people aged 60 and older. This is a program in which home and community based services can be provided to you as an alternative to nursing facility care. It is called a “waiver” program because the services are funded through a special wavier of certain medical assistance restrictions allowing payments typically used for nursing home care be used for home care services.
 
How can the Aging Waiver Program help me?
 
   Once your eligibility for the program is determined, the following services may be available to help you live more comfortably at home.
 
Attendant Care
Companion Services
Counseling
Environmental Modifications
Home Delivered Meals
Home Health
Home Support
Older Adult Daily Living Centers
Personal Care Services
Personal Emergency Response System
Respite Care
Specialized Medical Equipment and Supplies
Transportation
 
Who would actually provide these services to me?
 
  If you become eligible for the Aging Waiver Program, you will have an Aging Care Manager discuss and develop a plan of care to meet your needs. Once the plan is developed, the Care Manager will authorize services. You will be able to choose which local organization or company that you would like to provide the service. You may select from a listing of participating certified service providers. All service providers are certified by the Pennsylvania Department of Public welfare to ensure that they meet Medical Assistance Standards.
 

How do I know if I’m eligible?
 
* You must be 60 years of age or older;
* Income cannot exceed $1911 per month and no more than $8,000 in assets,
* Require the level of care of a nursing facility,
* Choose community based services rather than a nursing facility.
 
Are there limits to the extent of the services that I can receive at home?
 
   While there aren’t specific limits to the number of services you may receive, there may be limits to the amount of service. All services are based on the needs identified in an assessment completed by your care manager.