Who we are

The SDS Assessment Unit is responsible for the assessment and level of care determinations for these waiver types:

  • Adults Living Independently (ALI)
  • Adults with Physical and Developmental Disabilities (APDD)
  • Community First Choice (CFC)
  • Personal Care Services (PCS)

What we do

These waiver programs allow people who meet a nursing facility level of care (NFLOC) to choose between home and community-based services or institutional care. To qualify, people must meet Medicaid income and resource limits through the Division of Public Assistance (DPA) and pass a level-of-care assessment by SDS. Trained professionals talk to people in person or on video chat, and findings are reviewed by a nurse supervisor.

Waivers include:

  • ALI: For adults 21+ needing nursing facility care
  • APDD: For adults 21+ with developmental disabilities and nursing needs
  • CCMC: For children under 22 with complex medical needs requiring hospital-level care

A support plan of services is made by the person’s care coordinator.

State Plan Programs Include: Community First Choice Personal Care Services

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Senior and Disabilities Services