Independent Waiver

Background

The Independence Waiver is a Home and Community-Based program that provides non-medical services to those with a physical disability and to those who rely on medical technology to sustain life or replace vital bodily functions. This waiver allows individuals who require nursing facility level care to receive necessary services while staying in their own home and community.

This level of care is provided on an on-going indefinite basis for eligible persons who meet the following criteria:

• U.S. Citizen or permanent resident aged 18-60
• Asset limit of $8,000 and income limit of 300% of the federal benefit rate
• Requires nursing facility level of care
• Physical disability is likely to continue indefinitely
• Disability limits at least three functions (mobility, communication, self-care, etc.) and major mental disorder or intellectual disability is not the primary diagnosis

Our Services

As an independent care provider, we provide services to assist individuals with living in the community and their home while remaining as independent as possible. These services are meant to not only provide necessary medical care but to also help individuals gain skills to thrive in the workplace and the community.

The serviceswe provide for independent care include:

• Adult daily living services including meal preparation, bathing, dressing, etc.
• Accessibility adaptations for the primary home and vehicle
• Supply of necessary technology, equipment and medical supplies
• Home health services such as skilled nursing care, pharmacy, and dietary management
• Personal Emergency Response System (PERS)
• Community integration and transition services
• Supported employment and financial management services
• Non-medical transportation
• Respite care for the primary caregiver

We also offer service coordination assistance as well as therapeutic and counseling services to ensure complete in-home care is administered. With a focus on quality care, Sensible Home Healthcare offers comprehensive services to meet all non-medical needs. Contact us today to learn more about our independent care services.