What is Waiver?
What is Indiana’s Medicaid Waiver Program?
Waiver is Indiana’s state and federally funded Medicaid program for individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities. The program offers a variety of services to assist individuals in living a productive life within their home and community. These services range from providing medically necessary devices and housing needs to childcare services so parents can continue working.
Who Qualifies for Waiver?
To qualify for Waiver you must have been diagnosed with an intellectual disability, developmental disability, or related condition at or before the age of 22. You must meet a level of care determining that you have functional limitations and that Waiver services would assist you in continuing to live at home. Though Waiver services are funded through Medicaid, they are not based on financial need for those under 18.
Is There a Waitlist?
The waitlist fluctuates depending on the number of applications and the ability to process their applications. Before Covid, the waitlist for Waiver had decreased significantly as the program grew. Since Covid, the waitlist has grown and the waitlist may be up to three years.
Individuals ages 18-22 who have finished high school and/or dependents of military active duty and veterans are considered priority without being placed on a waitlist.
It is the family’s responsibility to inform BDDS of any changes in contact information. Reviewing and updating your information will ensure your application will be processed in a timely manner. Use the link below to review and update your information.
How Do I Apply?
Indiana now has an online portal for Medicaid Waiver applications!
You may also apply for the Waiver program by contacting your local Bureau of Developmental Disabilities Services (BDDS) office or print one online. You will need two forms:
Application for Developmental Disabilities Services (state form 55068)
Confirmation of Diagnosis (state form 54727)
Applications can be sent to your local BDDS office. For families residing in Marion and surrounding counties, District 5, you can contact BDDS at:
Address: 2620 Kessler Blvd. Indianapolis, IN 46220-2890
Phone: (317) 205-0101 Toll Free: (877) 218-3530
Toll Free Fax: (855) 525-9373
Our Waiver Services
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Psychological Therapy
Psychological therapy is a collaborative space to explore your difficulties in a safe and confidential setting.
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Behavior Management
Behavior management focuses on reducing negative behaviors while learning positive behaviors and habits.
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Occupational Therapy
Occupational therapy assists individuals in learning how to perform activities required in daily life.
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Physical Therapy
Physical therapy is the treatment of pain through physical methods such as heat, message, and exercise.
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Speech Therapy
Speech therapy works to treat speech, language, social and cognitive communication, and swallowing disorders.
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Music Therapy
Music therapy is the use of music interventions to accomplish individualized goals within an individual’s life.
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Recreational Therapy
Recreational therapy improves physical, cognitive, social and emotional functions in order to facilitate full participation in life.
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Participant Assistance & Care (PAC)
Participant Assistance & Care provides in-home assistance to individuals who need support to live independently.