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Waiver Information

What they are, how to qualify or get on the waiting list
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What are Waivers and how can I qualify?
There are three basic types of waivers in Pennsylvania that could benefit you if you have different intellectual and developmental abilities. All the waivers are meant to help you live more independently in your home and in the community. Click the links for details.

Consolidated Waiver - self-directed service models and traditional, agency-based service models. 
Eligibility criteria:
  • There is no age limit for individuals with an intellectual disability or autism. Individuals with a developmental disability with a high probability of resulting in an intellectual disability or autism are eligible from age 0 through 8.
  • Level of Care 
    • Medical Evaluation
    • Diagnosis of an intellectual disability, autism or developmental disability
  • Recommended for an intermediate care facility (ICF) level of care based on a medical evaluation
  • Determined eligible for Medical Assistance (MA)
  • Meet the financial requirements as determined by your local County Assistance Office

Community Waiver - community living, employment, communication, self-direction, choice and control. The Community Waiver is the newest  and focuses on community integration.
Eligibility criteria:
  • There is no age limit for individuals with an intellectual disability or autism. Individuals with a developmental disability with a high probability of resulting in an intellectual disability or autism are eligible from age 0 through 8
  • Level of Care
    • Medical Evaluation
    • Diagnosis of an intellectual disability, autism, or developmental disability
  • Recommended for an intermediate care facility (ICF) level of care based on a medical evaluation
  • Determined eligible for Medical Assistance (MA)
  • Meet the financial requirements as determined by your local County Assistance Office
  • Individual cost limit of $70,000 per person per fiscal year (Supports Coordination is excluded from this limit)

Person & Family Directed Support -also self-directed service models and traditional, agency-based service models.
Eligibility criteria:
  • There is no age limit for individuals with an intellectual disability or autism. Individuals with a developmental disability with a high probability of resulting in an intellectual disability or autism are eligible from age 0 through 8.
  • Level of Care
    • Medical Evaluation
    • Diagnosis of an intellectual disability, autism, or developmental disability
  • Recommended for an intermediate care facility  (ICF) level of care based on a medical evaluation
  • Determined eligible for Medical Assistance (MA)
  • Meet the financial requirements as determined by your local County Assistance Office.
  • Individual cost limit of $33,000 per person per fiscal year
    • Excludes Supports Coordination and Supports Broker Services
    • The limit can be exceeded by $15,000 for Advanced Supported Employment or Supported Employment services
To apply or get onto the waiting list, you must contact the Mental and Intellectual County/Joinder office for the county in which you live:
Northumberland County (570) 495-2040
Columbia, Montour, Snyder, Union Counties (570) 275-5422
Lycoming, Clinton Counties (570) 326-7895
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P.O. Box 892
326 Market  Street
SUNBURY PA 17801
570-286-1008

Office hours M-F 10-4

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  • Home
  • Support The Arc!
    • Fundraisers
    • Arc Angels
    • Restaurant Promotions
    • Scrip Gift Cards >
      • Pay for Gift Cards
    • Make A Donation
    • Shop Amazon
  • About
    • Board >
      • Fundraising Volunteer Form
    • Membership
    • Special Payment Form
    • Employment Opportunities
  • Events Calendar
    • Beach Trip Information
    • Community Learning Institute
    • My Fish Friend
  • Contact
  • Programs & Services
    • Personal & Family Support (waiver) >
      • Waiver How To
    • DREAM - Self Advocates
    • At Work - Self Advocates
    • Community Learning Institute Nights - Self Advocates
    • Learning Institute 1 on 1 - Self Advocates
    • AMPES
    • STEP
    • BRIDGE >
      • BRIDGE to Work Registration
    • Rep Payee
    • Social & Recreation
  • Self Determination Award Winners 2005-2022