How to apply for Living Choice — help moving out of a nursing home (Oklahoma Money Follows the Person)

Who it's for

Living Choice helps Oklahomans on SoonerCare who have lived in a nursing home or similar facility for at least 60 days in a row move back to a home or apartment in the community. A transition team helps plan the move and set up services. Depending on need, services can include case management, personal care, home-delivered meals, adult day care, assisted living, skilled nursing, therapy, transportation, prescription drugs, and a one-time payment of up to $3,000 to help with the move (for things like deposits and basic household items). It serves adults 65 and older with chronic illnesses, adults 19 to 64 with physical disabilities, and adults 19 and older with intellectual disabilities. Anyone — you, a family member, or a doctor — can make a referral. Call 1-888-287-2443.

What you'll need

• SoonerCare (Oklahoma Medicaid) member ID number
• Proof of at least 60 days in a row living in a nursing facility, skilled nursing facility, or ICF/IID
• Name, address, and phone number of the person being referred

Where to apply

What to say when you call

"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Living Choice — help moving out of a nursing home (Oklahoma Money Follows the Person). I'd like to know whether I may qualify, what documents I need, and whether I can apply online, by mail, by phone, or in person. I understand I may need soonerCare (Oklahoma Medicaid) member ID number, proof of at least 60 days in a row living in a nursing facility, skilled nursing facility, or ICF/IID, name, address, and phone number of the person being referred — is anything else required? What is the best next step?"

Tip: have a pen ready, ask for the person's name, and write down any case or reference number they give you.

Renewals

one-time transition (services continue in the community under SoonerCare)