Waivers are one way to pay for services that support someone with developmental disabilities living on their own, with family, with a roommate, or with a provider through Ohio Shared Living.
The Individual Options is often called the IO Waiver for short. The IO Waiver is a more comprehensive waiver. It can be a good fit for people who may need a lot of help in their home, or for people who need many different kinds of services.
Eligibility
The IO Waiver is for people with developmental disabilities who
- are eligible for Medicaid,
- have a developmental disabilities level of care,
- and need at least one IO Waiver service.
There are no age requirements.
The Level One Waiver is a good fit for people who do not need many paid support staff to provide services.
The Level One Waiver relies heavily on natural supports. Natural supports are services people provide without being paid for it. Natural supports could be things like
- support from a family member who helps you get dressed and ready for work every morning,
- a ride to work from a coworker,
- or a family member who provides a break or respite for caregivers.
Eligibility
The IO Waiver is for people with developmental disabilities who
- are eligible for Medicaid,
- have a developmental disabilities level of care,
- and need at least one Level One Waiver service.
There are no age requirements.
The Self-Empowered Life Funding Waiver is usually called the SELF Waiver for short. The SELF Waiver is good fit for people who want to be in charge of some of their services. If you have a SELF Waiver, you can be in charge of hiring and training the people who provide your services. You can manage your budget for the services you want.
Eligibility
The SELF Waiver is for people with developmental disabilities who
- are eligible for Medicaid,
- have a developmental disabilities level of care,
- need at least one SELF Waiver service,
- can be healthy and safe while using the SELF Waiver,
- and are able to manage money in a budget, manage their support staff for at least one waiver service, or can choose someone to do these things for them.
There is no age requirement.
Unlike the Level One and Individual Options waivers, the SELF Waiver requires the person enrolled in the waiver or someone they choose to direct at least one of their services.
Frequently asked questions
How does one obtain an Ohio Homecare Waiver?
To request an Ohio Home Care Waiver, complete the ODM 2399 waiver application and submit it to your local county department of job and family services. You may also need to complete a Medicaid application if you do not currently receive Medicaid coverage. You can use the county directory to find your county department of job and family services. Waiver requests can also be made by calling Ohio Benefits Long Term Services and Supports (OBLTSS) at (844) 644-6582
Does having home care result in a loss of independence?
No. Our belief is that independence is being in control of your decisions. Having in home care services means being in control of your activities and retaining as much independence as each situation allows. Many of our clients just need a little help to continue living a safe and productive life while some might be recovering from a fall or surgery, or other condition. Regardless of your situation, our goal is to enable you the best possible outcome while being in control of your care and daily decisions.
How can I trust a caregiver in my home?
Just like nurses and doctors, Professional Caregivers have chosen a career in compassionate care of those in need. NanoCare implements a proprietary CareAssure Screening System which includes a comprehensive background check and screening for compassion, identity, integrity, and competence. Less than 5% of all applicants meet our stringent screen and we rarely advertise for caregivers as most come from word of mouth referral from other happy clients.
How does Duty of Hope attract the best caregivers?
Our Golden Rule states ‘We will not refer a caregiver into your home that we would not welcome into our own home.’ This high bar was set by our founder in 2021 and is the backbone of our mission. Similar to any working professional, caregivers are attracted to organizations that have trust, compassion, stability, and hope. We encourage you to meet our local Directors and or President as they will treat you with as much compassion and dignity as they afford to each caregiver they refer.
What if we don’t like our caregiver?
Contact us and we’ll refer another caregiver quickly at no additional referral cost.
Will we have a choice in selecting the caregiver
Our Care pairing process works with each family to understand what unique skills and personality are desired in a caregiver. Feedback from satisfied clients usually indicates that a personality match is the #1 factor in a caregiver match, so we highly encourage client input. We will then make a referral based on our experience and your input.
What is the process of finding a caregiver?
We make the process of finding a caregiver very simple and prompt using our QuickCare Placement program. Give us a call and we’ll conduct a brief phone discussion to understand your needs. We then can meet anyone involved in selecting and paying for care at your home for an in-home needs consultation. Within 24 hours of that visit we are usually able to refer a professional caregiver to your home. Our team continuously screens caregivers beyond current demand to give you quick access to the best caregivers in our community.