The Colorado Children's Home and Community-Based Services (CHCBS) Waiver is a Medicaid program to support children with significant medical needs. The waiver aims to provide these children with necessary services in their homes or community rather than institutional care. Its primary objective is to enhance the quality of life for these children by ensuring access to essential medical and support services, thereby promoting their health, well-being, and family integration.
The CHCBS Waiver's eligibility criteria include:
The CHCBS Waiver offers a range of services and supports, including:
Under the CHCBS Waiver, participant-directed service delivery options like IHSS allow parents or legal guardians to choose, hire, train, and schedule attendants for their child. These attendants are employed by certified IHSS agencies. The IHSS care plan developed with the agency includes detailed service descriptions, hours, and scope. IHSS agencies support the family in hiring and managing attendants, and they must offer additional services like peer counseling, skills training, and emergency backup care.
A notable challenge of the CHCBS Waiver is ensuring the availability and quality of in-home care providers. The program may face difficulties in recruiting and retaining skilled caregivers, which could impact the delivery of services. Additionally, navigating the complexities of care coordination and maintaining consistent quality standards across various services are ongoing challenges.
If you believe your child might benefit from the CHCBS Waiver, we encourage you to explore this opportunity. Fill out our form today to check if you are eligible for compensation and to discover the support we can offer your family.
