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Understanding Medicaid Waiver Programs for Home Care in PA

Pennsylvania's Medicaid waiver programs can cover in-home care costs for eligible seniors and adults with disabilities. Here's how the process works and how Blessed Hearts can help.

Understanding Medicaid Waiver Programs for Home Care in PA
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Many Pennsylvania families are surprised to learn that Medicaid waiver programs can pay for in-home caregiving services, not just nursing home care. These programs, sometimes called Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers, are designed to help people remain safely and independently in their own homes for as long as possible.

Eligibility generally depends on income, assets, and a documented need for a nursing-facility level of care. A caseworker will typically complete an assessment to determine the number of care hours approved each week.

Once approved, families can often choose their home care provider. Blessed Hearts Homecare works with families throughout York, Adams, Lancaster, Cumberland, and Dauphin counties to navigate paperwork, coordinate with case managers, and get compassionate care started quickly.

If you're unsure whether your loved one qualifies, our team is happy to talk through the options with you at no cost. Reach out through our contact page or give us a call.

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