Essential community supports

Background

The Essential Community Supports program may be available to you if you need services to live in the community and meet certain eligibility rules.  It is designed for people who do not need the level of care provided in a nursing home. You may qualify for up to $452 a month for services and supports.

Eligibility

You are eligible to receive services if you:

• Are age 65 or older
• Are not eligible for Medical Assistance
• Are not eligible for nursing facility level of care
• Live in your own home or apartment
• Meet financial eligibility criteria for the Alternative Care program
• Need one or more of these services to live in the community.

You may not receive these services if you are able to have your needs met with personal care assistance.

Services

You may receive one or more of the following services:

• Adult day service
• Caregiver training and education
• Chore services
• Community living assistance
• Home-delivered meals
• Homemaker services
• Personal emergency response system
• Service coordination / case management

Apply

The Senior LinkAge Line® at 800-333-2433 can give you information on applying for the Essential Community Supports program and contacting your lead agency case manager. You can also visit the Senior LinkAge line webpage for more information and resources.