Aging
Area Agency on Aging
Services
The Community Options Program delivers community-based services to income eligible citizens who, due to chronic disabilities, need long term assistance in performing daily living activities in their own homes or apartments. A nursing home level of care is required for the Community Options Program and Medicaid Waiver programs. Based on individual service plans, a variety of services can be funded including, but not limited to, nursing and other in home care, home modifications, case management, adaptive equipment, transportation, residential care, vocational services, respite care, and day support services. Depending on an individual's income and assets, the individual may be required to contribute toward the cost of care. To apply for services, persons age 65 and over should contact DCDHS Long-Term Support Unit at: 608-261-9886. Persons under age 65 should contact Community Living Alliance at: 608-242-8335.
02/16/2011