AUTISM WAIVER
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Maryland’s Autism Waiver allows eligible children and young adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder to receive waiver and Medicaid services to support them in their homes and communities.
Population Served
The Autism Waiver is designed to serve individuals who:
- Are diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder as defined in the DSM 5.
- Meet an institutional level of care and can be safely supported in the community.
- Are not enrolled in any other Medicaid HCBS Waiver; however they can be simultaneously enrolled in REM.
- Are between the age of 1 and 21 who have either an Individualized Educational Program (IEP) or Individualized Family Services Plan (IFSP) with at least 15 hours per week of special education and related services.
Community Based Services
- Respite Care
- Environmental Accessibility Adaptations
- Family Training
- Intensive Individual Support Services
- Residential Habilitation (regular/intensive)
- Adult Life Planning
- Service Coordination
Eligibility
- A child must have a current ASD diagnosis, which is confirmed by an evidence-based evaluation tool.
- Financial eligibility is based upon the child`s income and resources. The child’s combined assets may not exceed $2,000 or $2,500 per month (depending on eligibility category).