Michelle P. Waiver Program
The Michelle P. Waiver (MPW) is a home and community-based waiver under the Kentucky Medicaid program developed as an alternative to institutional care for individuals with mental retardation or developmental disabilities. MPW allows individuals to remain in their homes with services and supports.
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Who is eligible? |
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People with intellectual disabilities (mental retardation) or developmental disabilities who meet the requirements for residence in an Intermediate Care Facility for people with mental retardation/developmental disability or a nursing facility and meet Medicaid financial eligibility requirements.
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How do I apply? |
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Contact your local Community Mental Health Center to schedule a Micelle P. Waiver assessment.
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What services are covered? |
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- Case Management
- Adult Day Training
- Supported Employment
- Community Living Supports
- Behavior Supports
- Occupational Therapy
- Physical Therapy
- Speech Therapy
- Respite
- Homemaker Service
- Personal Care
- Attendant Care
- Environmental/Minor Home Adaptation
- Adult Day Health Care
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What is Consumer Directed Option Services |
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The Consumer Directed Option (CDO) is an alternative approach for delivery of non-medical MPW services. CDO Services include:
- Support Broker
- Financial Management
- Community Day Supports which encompasses:
- Adult Day Training
- Supported Employment
- Home and Community Supports which encompassess:
- Personal Care
- Homemaker
- Attendant Care
- Unskilled Respite
- Community Living Supports
- Goods and Minor Home Adaptions
For more information about Consumer Directed Option Services for MPW, visit the DMS CDO Web page.
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Provider Resources |
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All certified/licensed providers in good standing in the Home Community Based (HCB) and Supports for Community Living (SCL) waivers may provide Michelle P. Waiver services. A listing of SCL providers can be found on the SCL Web site.
For information about HCB providers, contact your local adult day healthcare provider or home health agency.
Presentations
Michelle P. Waiver Power Point Presentation
Michelle P. Waiver Billing Presentation
SCL Provider Questions Regarding Michelle P. Waiver Training
Michelle P Waiver Training Question and Answers
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