Services:

• Support individuals in developing independence in a variety of areas, including social, communication, health, self-help, vocational, and self-advocacy.
• Develop skills through participation through participation in a variety of community-based activities that may include:
• Leisure activities
• Volunteer work
• Physical fitness activities
• Self-help groups
• Clubs or associations
• Self-advocacy

Eligibility:

• Eligibility for services is determined by the Division of Senior and Disabilities Services (DSDS) according to AS 47.80.900(7) (A-E).

Sources of Funding:

• Medicaid Home and Community Based Waiver (HCBW)
• Private Pay

Cost:

• Costs of services paid for through Medicaid HCBW.  Individuals must first be selected or “drawn” for a Medicaid HCBW by the State of Alaska, DSDS.