Accessing the crucial services provided by the Medicaid Waiver can be confusing. We help you cut through the jargon and paperwork. We provide clear guidance and connect you with supports like Respite, Extended Employment Services, Day Services, and PAC. We are here to help your family find clarity.
Please note: Updates are coming to Indiana Medicaid Waiver management in 2026-27.
Family Supports Waiver (FSW)
Provides a set annual budget to fund essential services like Participant Assistance and Care (PAC), Respite, and day programs. This budget is fixed, so families must prioritize which services they need most
Community Integration & Habilitation Waiver (CIH)
Designed for emergency situations and comprehensive support. This waiver provides needs-based funding. However, it is reserved for those meeting specific criteria, like the loss of a primary caregiver or an immediate health and safety crisis.
What Supports Are Available Through the Waiver?
Daily Life & Independence
- Community Habilitation (learning skills in the community)
- Adult Day Services (our Day Program)
- Participant Assistance & Care (PAC)
Family Support & Relief
- Respite Care (providing a break for the primary caregiver)
- Transportation Assistance to get to and from services
Residential Options
For individuals on the CIH waiver, we offer Residential Habilitation and Supported Living services with up to 24/7 staff support.
How to Apply for FSW & CIH Waivers
Don’t let the paperwork scare you. We have a step-by-step guide for the Family Supports and Community Integration & Habilitation waivers.
Looking for Help for Other Waivers?
The Arc specializes in services for Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD).
If you need waiver support for aging, medical needs, or Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), please use the official state intake lines below:
For Individuals 60+
Indiana PathWays for Aging (Formerly the Aged & Disabled Waiver)
Call: 877-284-9294
This is the direct line to enroll in the new program for seniors.
For Individuals Under 60 with Medical Needs
Health & Wellness Waiver (Formerly the Aged & Disabled Waiver)
Call: 800-432-2422 (CICOA Resource Center)
For individuals under 60 with skilled nursing needs. This connects you to the local Area Agency on Aging for eligibility.
For Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
TBI Waiver Intake
Call: 800-986-3505
Connects you to the Area Agency on Aging network for TBI eligibility.
Talk to Margaret
If you’re unsure which service is right for you or need help navigating your waiver options, reach out to Margaret Oberweiser, Community Services Director.
The Arc maintains national accreditation by CARF, the Rehabilitation Accreditation Commission, along with state and local approvals from the Indiana Bureau of Child Development, Indiana Department of Health, and United Way of Central Indiana.