Home and Community Based Services, funded through the federal HCBS Medicaid program, help individuals with disabilities receive care, therapy, and support in familiar, non-institutional settings.
Eligible participants gain access to personalized resources, including case management, behavioral support, and skill-building activities tailored to their needs.
HCBS lets Medicaid beneficiaries receive services at home or in the community, supporting those with disabilities.
Eligibility Requirements
Individuals must meet HCBS waiver eligibility and Medicaid eligibility guidelines in order to be eligible for a Medicaid HCBS waiver. To be eligible, individuals must:
For more information, visit in.gov HCBS Waiver info
To apply, contact your local BDDS office early and ask about diagnosis requirements and available local resources.
BDDS District Offices in Areas Served by Torres Behavioral Health
Application Options
To apply for BDDS services, there are two options available, which can be found at Beginning with BDDS. You can find additional guidance by watching the BDS Application Tutorial
Before beginning the application process for BDDS services, you will need to provide your local BDDS office with a formal confirmation of diagnosis. This confirmation must be completed by your physician, healthcare provider, or the doctor who originally provided the diagnosis. It serves as verification that the individual meets the necessary criteria for participation in the HCBS waiver programs.
Please ensure all sections are completed accurately, as incomplete or missing information may delay your application. You can access the required form and submit it through the following link:
To begin receiving HCBS waiver services, you must first apply for Medicaid, as eligibility is required for participation in these programs. Applying for Medicaid ensures that the state can provide funding for necessary services and support for individuals with disabilities. You can learn more about the application process and access the required forms by visiting the Apply for Medicaid webpage.
In addition to Medicaid, you must also complete the application for BDDS services, which verifies the individual’s eligibility for specific HCBS waiver programs. This application helps determine what services and supports are appropriate and available. Detailed instructions, forms, and submission guidance are available at the BDDS Gateway webpage. Make sure to complete all required sections accurately to prevent delays in processing your application.
The application process typically takes about nine months* from start to finish. Once you’ve been notified by the State of Indiana that you have been approved for waiver services, the BDDS office will then send you a picklist of case management companies. You’ll choose one of these companies to aid you in selecting your service providers.
About a month before your expected approval, contact TBH to explore if behavior management is right for you or your loved one.
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*The length of time to be approved to begin services can vary.
Eligible individuals may receive authorized waiver services in conjunction with Traditional Medicaid. Authorized waiver services may include:
The specific services that meet the needs of the individual member are identified by the member’s case manager. These services are submitted by the state agency for approval and are listed on the member’s Plan of Care (POC)/Notice of Action (NOA).
If you need guidance on how to apply for Indiana’s HCBS Waiver programs or understand available services, our team is ready to guide you and answer your questions.
