Ohio Medicaid Waivers Explained
A plain-language overview of Ohio's home and community-based Medicaid waiver programs — and how to get personalized help applying.
Ohio offers Medicaid home and community-based services (HCBS) waiver programs designed to help eligible older adults and people with disabilities receive care at home instead of in a facility. These programs can help cover certain in-home support services for those who qualify.
Eligibility rules, covered services, and application steps are detailed and change over time, so this page is only a high-level introduction — not a determination of what you or your loved one qualifies for. For current, official information, the Ohio Department of Aging and Ohio Medicaid are the authoritative sources, and a local Area Agency on Aging can help assess needs and guide an application.
Let us help you navigate it
Sorting through waiver programs can feel overwhelming. Our care coordinators work with these programs regularly and can help you understand your options, point you to the right official resources, and coordinate covered in-home care. Contact Berkins Home Care Services and we will walk you through it.
This article is general information, not medical advice. Every situation is different — please consult your loved one's physician or a licensed clinician before making care decisions. If you have questions about in-home support, our care coordinators are happy to help: contact Berkins Home Care Services.
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Our care coordinators are happy to talk through your situation — no pressure, no cost. We will help you figure out the right next step.