Elderly Waiver (EW) Program
Funds home and community based services for Polk County residents that assist them to continue to live independently in their homes.
Eligibility Requirements
- 65 and older
- Eligible for medical assistance (MA)
- Require nursing home level of care
Services
Examples of services offered:
- Home health nurse visits
- Homemaker services
- Personal care services
Alternative Care (AC) Program
The AC Program helps elderly Polk County residents pay for home care services so they can continue to live independently in their homes.
Eligibility Requirements
- 65 years of age or older
- Eligible for medical assistance within 135 days of entering a nursing home
- Require nursing home level of care
Long Term Care Consultation (LTCC)
- Helps people make decisions about long term care needs
- Helps people stay in their homes and receive long-term care services
Further Information
For more information about any of these programs or how to receive a LTCC, Call 218-281-3385 or email us.