Developmental Disabilities Medicaid Waiver
This funding source is operated through the Division of Disability and Rehabilitation Services. Individuals interested in pursuing services under this funding source should contact the BDDS office at 574-232-1412. This funding is available to people of any age who are a Medicaid Recipient and who have a diagnosis of a developmental disability. Allowable diagnosis can include: Cerebral Palsy, Mental Retardation, Down’s Syndrome, Autism, an injury or accident occurring prior to the age of 22 years old. This program may serve people with Autism, or they may be served by the Support Services Medicaid Waiver. People who are eligible for this funding source qualify for group home placement, but opt to delay that placement and receive services in the home where they are residing. Prior to 9/30/01, this funding source was called ICF/MR Medicaid Waiver.