The Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) offers a variety of Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) to support individuals with disabilities. These programs aim to provide assistance, enabling individuals to live independently and participate fully in their communities.

Key Programs and Services:

• HCBS Waiver Programs: Minnesota provides several waiver programs tailored to meet the diverse needs of individuals with disabilities:

  • Brain Injury (BI) Waiver: For individuals with acquired or traumatic brain injuries requiring specialized care.

  • Community Alternative Care (CAC) Waiver: Designed for chronically ill and medically fragile individuals who need hospital-level care.

  • Community Access for Disability Inclusion (CADI) Waiver: Supports individuals with disabilities who require nursing facility-level care.

  • Developmental Disabilities (DD) Waiver: For individuals with developmental disabilities needing intermediate care facility-level support.

  • Elderly Waiver (EW): Assists individuals aged 65 and older who require nursing facility-level care.

  These waivers offer services beyond standard Medical Assistance, including personal care, home modifications, and employment supports.

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• Community First Services and Supports (CFSS): A program that provides greater independence by allowing participants to choose and manage the services and supports they receive, including hiring their own support workers. CFSS is set to replace the Personal Care Assistance (PCA) program and the Consumer Support Grant (CSG).

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• Long-Term Care Consultation (LTCC): Offers information, assessment, and support planning to help individuals with disabilities remain in or transition to community living.

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Eligibility and Application:

Eligibility for these programs typically requires:

• Meeting specific disability or age criteria.

• Requiring a certain level of care, as determined through an assessment.

• Being enrolled in Minnesota's Medical Assistance (MA) program or other qualifying programs.

To apply, individuals should contact their local county or tribal human services agency to schedule an assessment and discuss available options.

For comprehensive information on these programs and services, visit the DHS website: Programs and Services for People with Disabilities

These initiatives are designed to promote autonomy, enhance quality of life, and support community integration for individuals with disabilities in Minnesota.

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