Home- and Community-Based Services Waiver Programs

​​​​​​ ​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​Kentucky operates six 1915(c) Home and Community Based Services (HCBS) waiver programs. These programs cover services for individuals who are aged or have a disability and require long-term support to remain living at home or in the community. 

Program Eligibility and Service Offerings

To receive services through a 1915(c) HCBS waiver programs, individuals must be Medicaid-eligible and meet waiver level of care requirements. Enrolled  individuals have access to services offered through Medicaid. The 1915(c) HCBS waiver program covers additional in-home and community-based services meant to complement Medicaid state plan services and support each participant’s assessed needs, goals, and preferences. 1915(c) HCBS offerings include but are not limited to Adult Day Health Care, Community Access or Community Living Supports, Personal Care, and Respite. Service offerings vary by waiver

1915(c) HCBS Waiver Programs Available in Kentucky 

To learn more about the different types of waiver programs, if you or your loved one may be eligible, and how to apply, choose a program below or contact the state operating agency for the waiver you are interested in. Additional resources and information is available using the drop-down menu at the bottom of the page. 

Waiver Policy Guidance, Training, and Reference Materials

Waiver Applications and Regulations

ABI and ABI LTC Documents

Appendix K

Billing and Payment

Case Management and Service Authorization

Critical Incident Reporting

Electronic Visit Verification

Waiver Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) Documents

HCB Documents

MPW Documents

Medicaid Waiver Management Application (MWMA)

Participant Directed Services (PDS)

SCL Documents

Contact Information