Home and Community Based Waiver Services

(Program)

* Provides a program that allows Medicaid eligible individuals with developmental disabilities to receive services at home and in their community, instead of in nursing homes or institutions. Habilitation services provide staff that assist individuals with developmental disabilities in gaining the skills that they need to live independently.

Skills taught that are needed to live independently include:

Maintaining a home
Participating in recreational and social functions
Socialization skills
Exercising choice and self-determination
Implementing daily practices to promote behavioral and physical health
Communicating effectively
Exploring new and practical experiences
Engaging in and contributing to the community.

The program also allows the individual to set their own goals.

Eligibility: Individuals who have developmental disabilities or TBIs (Traumatic Brain Injuries) and are eligible for Medicaid. There is no age limitation. Call for more information.

Application Process: Call for appointment.

Required Documentation: Call for information.

Fees: Medicaid.

Herkimer and Oneida Counties.

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Resource Center for Independent Living, Inc.
(Agency)

RCIL is a human services and civil rights organization working to ensure equality and independence for individuals with disabilities. RCIL provides assistance to all individuals with any disability regardless of age, income or ability.RCIL's services are consumer-directed and geared toward increasing awareness of an individual's rights and options, as well as the various methods that are available to help them achieve the goals they have chosen for themselves.

131 Genesee Street
PO Box 210
Utica NY 13503

Website: www.rcil.com

Hours: M-F 8:00AM-4:00PM