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How to apply for Indiana PathWays for Aging Waiver — Medicaid HCBS for Seniors 60+

Indiana FSSA, Office of Medicaid Policy and Planning + Division of Aging — administers the PathWays for Aging managed long-term services and supports program through the 16 Area Agencies on Aging

Who it's for

PathWays for Aging is Indiana's marquee Medicaid HCBS (Home and Community-Based Services) program for residents age 60+ at nursing-home level of care — it replaced the Aged & Disabled (A&D) Waiver on July 1, 2024 and is delivered through managed care (managed long-term services and supports). Services include personal care, home-delivered meals, adult day services, transportation, home modifications, attendant care, and respite. Income limit up to $2,982/month (300% of the SSI federal benefit rate), $2,000 resource limit, PLUS a nursing-home level-of-care need. Apply through your local Area Agency on Aging or call the INconnect Alliance at 1-800-986-3505.

PathWays for Aging (formerly the A&D Waiver) is Indiana's marquee HCBS program — must qualify for Medicaid AND need nursing-home level of care. As of July 2024 it is delivered through managed long-term services and supports. Application is through the 16 regional Area Agencies on Aging.

What you'll need

  • Proof of age 60+
  • Proof of Indiana residency
  • Proof of all household income and resources
  • Nursing-home level-of-care assessment (completed by the AAA)
  • Medicare card if enrolled

Where to apply

Apply online: official application

By phone: 1-800-986-3505

Renewals

annual

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