The New Opportunities Waiver, or simply NOW, is a Medicaid Waiver designed to provide home and community-based supports and services to recipients with developmental disabilities. Eligible recipients must require the level of care of an intermediate care facility for people with intellectual disabilities (ICF/ID).
According to the Louisiana Department of Health, NOW focuses on the overall well-being of the recipient. Its mission is to improve their quality of life, support their dignity, and provide security in the community, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic.
As an in-home care agency in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, we make sure that our clients, no matter the age and their health needs, get to receive the care they require. Thus, we also support clients with developmental disabilities with the New Opportunities Waiver. The pandemic is especially hard on them, so we ensure their overall safety and quality of life while avoiding the risk of the virus.
NOW assists with the following services:
- Residential supports
- Respite
- Community integration and development
- Employment-related supports
- Habilitation
- Environmental modifications and specialized equipment
- Professional services
- As well as other services
This program is also helpful in maintaining the healthcare needs of the recipient. Skilled nursing is included in this waiver, as well.
Nowadays, the health and safety of our loved ones are of utmost importance. That is why Family Care Personal Attendants LLC, a provider of personal care services in Louisiana, is here to lend a hand. For more details on our accepted waivers, as well as other services, please get in touch!
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