Page posted: 10/1/03 |
Page reviewed: 8/28/14 |
Page updated: 2/15/17 |
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Legal authority |
Federally approved Elderly Waiver Plan , Minn. Stat. §256B.0915 |
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Definition |
Elderly Waiver (EW): Program that funds home and community-based services for people age 65 and older who require the level of care provided in a nursing home and choose to live in the community. |
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Purpose |
EW promotes community living and independence with services and supports that address each person’s individual needs and choices. EW offers services that go beyond what is available through Medical Assistance. |
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Eligibility |
To be eligible for the Elderly Waiver, a person must choose and receive at least one home and community service in addition to case management through EW, and:
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Covered services |
The following services are covered under EW. For a service-specific policy page, select a service from the list:
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Non-covered services |
The EW does not cover services that are available through other funding sources and third party payers, such as long-term care insurance. |
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Secondary information |
A person who is on EW may receive waiver services and MA services funded through a managed care organization (MCO). This can be through Minnesota Senior Care Plus (MSC+) or Minnesota Senior Health Options (MSHO) . |
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Additional resources |
CBSM – Alternative Care |
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