ARChoices in Homecare Medicaid Waiver

The ARChoices in Homecare program is a Medicaid Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waiver that helps eligible Arkansas seniors and adults with physical disabilities stay independent in their homes or communities instead of moving to a nursing home.

To qualify, individuals must:

• Be 21–64 with a physical disability or 65 and older.

• Meet Medicaid income and asset limits.

• Require an intermediate level of care (like that provided in a nursing home).

• Have a need for at least one covered service.

Services available under ARChoices include:

• Attendant care (help with bathing, dressing, meals, etc.)

• Home-delivered meals

• Adult day services

• Adult day health services (including skilled nursing)

• Respite care (to give family caregivers a break)

• Environmental modifications (like ramps or grab bars)

• Personal emergency response systems (PERS)

• Case management and personalized care plans