MEDICAID AGING WAIVER PROGRAM

Making a Difference

This Medicaid program's goal is to help older adults ages 65 years of age and older, that meet nursing home placement, to remain in their homes and not have to go to a facility to get the care that they need.

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Qualifications for Program: 

• Must be 65 years of age or older

• Must meet Utah Medicaid financial eligibility requirements

• Must meet medical eligibility for nursing home placement

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Services Provided: 

• Adult companion services

• Case management

• Chore services

• Emergency response systems

• Fiscal management services

• Home delivered supplemental meals

• Homemaker services

• Medication reminder systems

• Non-Medical transportation

• Personal attendant program training

• Personal attendant services

• Personal budget assistance

• Personal care assistance

• Respite care assistance

• Respite care services (may be provided in home or long-term care setting)

• Specialized medical equipment