Medicaid or Tefra
a. Medicaid: Based on Household Income
b. Tefra (Medicaid): Enables children with disabilities (up to age 18) to qualify for Medicaid based on their own income, not the parents', to live at home.
c. It is best to select “fee of service” - this will not cost you a thing but provides the most available services
a. Diapers, briefs, wipes, incontinence supplies, or underpads
b. Child must have Medicaid or Tefra
c. Child must be 4 years old or older
a. Making connections, raising awareness, and promoting inclusion for those with disabilities and special healthcare needs
b. Guide you in navigating the healthcare system
STAR Autism Resources
a. STAR Autism Free Home Supports
b. STAR Autism Caregiver Training Handout
Medicaid Waivers and Services
a. Medicaid Waivers: Programs like the MCC waiver allow for specialized care, including paid parent caregivers (if qualifies)
b. Home Health, Respite, Reimbursement for travel for therapies, etc.
a. Helps with premiums for private health care if you have Medicaid
Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (previously DDSN)
a. Children and Family Services
b. Autism
c. Providers
d. Waivers
Source: Mrs. Rhyne