Frequently Asked Questions
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Community Alternatives Program (CAP)/Disabled Adults (DA)
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Community Alternatives Program (CAP)/Disabled Adults (DA)
CAP is the community alternatives program for disabled adults. It is a Medicaid funded program which provides home care as an alternative for those facing nursing facility placement.
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Community Alternatives Program (CAP)/Disabled Adults (DA)
Qualifications include:
- You Have to Be 18 Years of Age or Older with Disabilities
- Live in Private Residential Settings
- Need Help with Personal Care
- Eligible for Cap Medicaid
- At Risk for Nursing Home Placement
- Can Have Their Health, Safety, and Well-Being Needs Met a Home Withing Allowable Medicaid Cost Limits
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Community Alternatives Program (CAP)/Disabled Adults (DA)
Services include:
- Adult Day Care
- Durable and Non-Durable Medical Supplies
- Home Mobility Aides
- In-Home Aide Services
- Meals on Wheels
- Respite Care
- Telephone Alert
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Community Alternatives Program (CAP)/Disabled Adults (DA)
The number of hours an individual can receive is depended upon an in-home assessment that will be completed by a social worker and registered nurse.