Developmental Disability (DD) Waiver

Waiver topics and information to help you navigate the DD Waiver.

Remember, parent income is never considered for Medicaid Waiver eligibility. 

Contact The Arc of Virginia if you have questions or need assistance with accessing and/or using the DD Waiver Program.   Call (804) 649-8481 x 104 or Email: [email protected]

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DD Waiver Services   

Eligibility Requirements and Application Process

Resources While you Wait

Emergency Waivers

Reserve Waivers

Supports Intensity Scale - "SIS" Plain Language 

Reimbursement Rates for DD Services  (NOVA = Northern VA, ROS = Rest of State)

DD Waiver Regulations  

DD Waiver Manual 

Appeal Rights and Process


Other Resources

Navigating the DD Waivers: A Guide for Individuals, Families and Support Partners

Cómo navegar las exenciones por discapacidades del desarrollo: Una guía para personas, familias y socios de apoyo

My Life My Community 

Assistive Tech and Environmental Modifications Waiver Providers


Medicaid Eligibility when Turning 18 years


Centers for Medicaid and Medicare(CMS) Waiver Applications:


   expires 06.30.2028 

2. Family and Individual Support Waiver Application
    https://www.medicaid.gov/medicaid/section-1115-demo/demonstration-and-waiver-list/83401
    **FIS Waiver Effective November 11, 2023    

 

3. Community Living Waiver Application 
    https://www.medicaid.gov/medicaid/section-1115-demo/demonstration-and-waiver-list/83396
    **CL Waiver Effective November 11, 2023