Hometown Waiver Solutions

08/05/2026

Tomorrow is the day! We can’t wait to see everyone!

👾🕹️Hey Evansville friends! We hope you are able to join us August 6 for our Back-to-School Arcade Night! Our events at High Score Player 2 have been some of our best-attended gatherings, and we hope to see you there! We will have pizza, give-aways, and unlimited game play! Come join us for all the fun! 🕹️👾

08/04/2026

Update for our families. The 8/1 ammendments have been approved. However, the Live In Caregiver Rate Reduction has been rescinded! Big impacts continue to be Relatives can not provide DHI services, and the 40 hour rule is per relative, per individual, and encompasses all services. If you have any questions, please reach out to your Field Coordinator.
Notice of CMS Approval of Waiver Amendments

Indiana Family and Social Services Administration has received approval from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) for the agency’s proposed waiver amendments to the following 1915(c) home and community-based services waivers:
• Health and Wellness
• Traumatic Brain Injury
• Indiana PathWays for Aging
• Community Integration and Habilitation
• Family Supports
Additionally, approval has been received for the 1915(b)(4) Waiver for:
• Contracted Case Management
• Indiana PathWays for Aging
Approved waivers have an effective date of August 1, 2026.
FSSA rescinded the previously proposed rate adjustments for certain personal care services involving live-in caregivers. This includes the services of:
• Attendant Care (ATTC)
o Available on the Health & Wellness, PathWays for Aging, and Traumatic Brain Injury waivers
• Participant Assistance and Care (PAC)
o Available on the Family Support Waiver
• Residential Habilitation and Support – Hourly (RHS-Hourly)
o Available on the Community Integration & Habilitation waiver.
The rate adjustments were included in proposed waiver amendments with a planned effective date of August 1, 2026, pending approval from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. The proposed adjustments were shared in IHCP Bulletin BT202673. These proposed changes have been removed from the waiver amendments and IHCP Bulletin BT202673 has been rescinded. The State will revisit a rate adjustment for certain personal care services involving a live-in caregiver in future waiver amendment cycles.

The approved Community Integration and Habilitation, Family Supports, Health and Wellness, and Traumatic Brain Injury Medicaid waivers can be found here.

The approved Indiana Pathways for Aging Medicaid waiver can be found here.

08/01/2026

The Muncie Crew had an amazing turnout for their very first event this past week! Everyone had a fantastic time bowling together, sharing laughs, and making new connections. We can't wait to get together again for even more fun at our upcoming events! 🎳

07/31/2026

In just a few short weeks, it will be time for The Batesville Crew's Annual End-of-Summer Picnic! ☀️🎉
Get your RSVPs in—you don't want to miss out on the food, fun, and games! We can't wait to celebrate with everyone!

07/28/2026

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07/22/2026

Congratulations to Michelle Thompson, our July Employee of the Month at Hometown Waiver Solutions in Terre Haute! Michelle consistently demonstrates what it means to provide exceptional service and care. She goes above and beyond the normal expectations of her role, always putting the needs of the individual she serves first. Her dedication, compassion, and commitment to making a positive difference are evident in everything she does. Michelle's willingness to go the extra mile, combined with her positive attitude and unwavering focus on quality support, makes her an invaluable member of our team. Her efforts have a meaningful impact on the lives of those she serves and embody the mission and values of Hometown Waiver Solutions. Thank you, Michelle, for your outstanding work and the difference you make every day. This recognition is well deserved! Please join us in congratulating Michelle Thompson on being named our July Employee of the Month!

07/21/2026

This event has been canceled due to low attendance. If you have any questions, please reach out to your Field Coordinator

Please join us on Thursday, July 23rd at Meridian Park Family Aquatic Center in Shelby for a POOL DAY. Please RSVP with your Field Coordinator if you plan to attend.

07/20/2026

Join us for a fun evening of bowling at Munsee Lanes! Kindra is looking forward to hosting her first event!! 🎳

07/15/2026

The Columbus group had a great time painting in the park today.

07/15/2026