Appealing an HCBS Level of Care Determination – A Quick Guide New – Fact Sheet – Quick Guide to Appealing an HCBS Level of Care Determination IMPORTANT: If you disagree with a Level of Care denial, request an appeal promptly. An appeal generally must be requested within 33 days of the date on the decision letter.…
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Appealing an HCBS Level of Care Determination
Appealing an HCBS Level of Care Determination A Detailed Guide for Individuals and Families When an individual is denied Level of Care (LOC) eligibility for an Indiana Medicaid Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waiver, the individual has the right to appeal the decision. IMPORTANT: If you disagree with a Level of Care denial, request an…
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Monster, Mascot, Merchandise: What Jimothy Reveals About Our Lens On Disability
It took the internet less than a week to turn a raccoon from a monster into a meme, then a mascot, and now merchandise. First, Jimothy was a cryptid. No, wait. He was a mutant. Of course, he must be a monster. But within days, the narrative shifted. He became adorable. Beloved. Inspirational. Artists drew…
Rally to Protect Community Living – November 17
Rally to Protect Community Living Protect Community Living: Our Home, Our Choice, Our Lives Tuesday, November 17, 2026 11:00 AM-12:30 PM ET Indiana Statehouse 200 W. Washington St., Indianapolis, IN 46204 The Indiana Disability Alliance is bringing families, people with disabilities, providers, and advocates together for a Rally at the Statehouse. Plan now to join…
Chapter Request – Waiver and Pre-ETS Success Stories
Because Great Adventures Begin with a Seat at the Table
Every great tabletop adventure begins the same way… Someone pulls up a chair. Dice are dumped onto the table. Character sheets appear. Rule books open. Someone inevitably says, “I’ve never played before,” while another player quietly starts explaining how initiative works. By the end of the session, they’re no longer strangers. They’re a party. From…
The Arc of Indiana Stands with Families to Preserve Medicaid Waiver Financial Eligibility Protections
August 4, 2026 The Arc of Indiana understands the concern and uncertainty created by recent discussions about considering parental income and resources when determining financial eligibility for children receiving Medicaid Waiver services. At this time, nothing has changed. Under current Indiana law, parental income and resources are not considered when determining a minor’s financial eligibility…
Cocktails for a Cause
Join The Arc of Indiana’s Young Professionals Board for an evening of cocktails, light bites, a silent auction, meaningful connections, and community impact.
Who Can be Paid for What Medicaid Waiver Service – Effective August 1, 2026
Effective August 1, 2026, some Medicaid Waiver regulations will change, including who can be a paid caregiver for certain services across Indiana’s waivers. The changes vary based on the service, the age of the individual receiving services, and the relationship between the individual and the paid caregiver. We recognize these changes are very confusing. We…