Idaho DD Waiver quick eligibility check
Idaho's DD Waiver has a few requirements, and not all of them are obvious. Answer five quick questions for a clear, no-pressure read on whether your loved one is likely a fit for residential habilitation.
1Before you start
Hi, I’m Maya. I’ll walk you through five quick questions about the Idaho adult DD Waiver: age, when the disability began, how it affects daily life, the level of support needed, and Medicaid. You’ll get a no-pressure estimate, not an official decision. Idaho Health and Welfare makes the final determination through its own assessment.
Maya is an illustrated, fictional guide.
This is a friendly guide, not an official eligibility decision. Idaho Health & Welfare makes the final determination through its own assessment. We're glad to help you understand where you stand.
What it costs your family
For an enrolled, Medicaid-eligible participant, the residential-habilitation support services cost your family $0, covered by Idaho Medicaid. Families remain responsible for their loved one's own room and board (rent and food), usually paid from their SSI or personal income.
How getting started works
Qualify for Medicaid
Your loved one first needs to be financially eligible for Idaho Home and Community-Based Services Medicaid.
Apply for DD services
Submit the developmental-disability application and supporting medical records to your regional Health & Welfare office.
Complete the assessment
An independent assessor confirms the disability, its impact on daily life, and the level of care needed.
Build the plan
With a plan developer, you set goals and choose services in a person-centered planning meeting.
Choose GemState
Select GemState as your certified residential-habilitation provider, and we get to work building a real life at home.