Some of the services that are available through these programs include:
- home support,
- community support,
- work support,
- career planning,
- assistive technology,
- durable medical equipment,
- therapy services,
- transportation, and
- respite.
How are services paid for?
Services are paid for by MaineCare through what is called a Medicaid waiver program. The State of Maine has two waiver programs for people with IDD and/or Autism:
You can only be enrolled in one waiver at a time. To receive services, you must enroll in MaineCare and be medically eligible for services.
A person’s Case Manager can help them apply for MaineCare and for waiver services. Case Managers also help people and their families understand what services are available to them and to plan for the person’s needs. Learn more about how Case Managers can help. (or see Intake & Eligibility)
Please note: Section 21 and 29 Waiver Services are not required to receive Case Management Services.
Section 21 and 29 Waiver Services
Who is eligible?
To be eligible for waiver services in Maine, you must first be found eligible for MaineCare. Financial requirements must be met and are determined by the Office of Family Independence. For information on how to apply to MaineCare, visit the Office for Family Independence.
How do I apply for Services?
Talk to your Case Manager about applying for Waiver Services. If you do not have a Case Manager, email HCBS.Waiver@maine.gov for Application materials.
Information for your Children’s/Behavioral Health, Care Coordinator/Case Manager to assist you in applying for Waiver services is available here
If you do not have a Developmental Services Case Manager and have not yet applied, click here to visit Intake & Eligibility.