Missouri's Guide to Home and Community Based Services

INDEPENDENT LIVING WAIVER

Ages 18-64

FINANCIAL ELIGIBILITY:

• Medicaid eligible

FUNCTIONAL ABILITY:

• Must be able to self-direct care
• Physical disability and/or
• Cognitive disability (Must begin on or after age 22)
• Meets nursing facility level of care

SERVICES:

• Personal Care Services
• Case Management
• Specialized Medical Equipment and Supplies
• Environmental Accessibility Adaptations

The Independent Living Waiver is designed to provide home and community-based services to individuals who require services beyond what the Missouri State Plan can provide. Services for the Independent Living Waiver require prior authorization by the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation through the Local Centers for Independent Living.

To contact the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation Office on Consumer Affairs, call 1-877-222-8963.

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