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1915(i) Home and Community Based Services (HCBS)

1915(i) Home and Community Based Services (HCBS) provides habilitation services in home and community settings for individuals with chronic mental illness whose household income does not exceed 150% of the Federal Poverty Level.

Eligibility

  • Household income at or below 150% of the Federal Poverty Level
  • Care recipient must have a qualifying disability

Questions to ask the program

These are questions to ask the program, not a verdict on your eligibility. Confirm the current rules directly with the program.

  • Does the person receiving care live in Iowa? — Residency is usually the first thing a program checks.
  • What are the current income and asset limits, and whose income counts? — Our record lists 150% of the federal poverty level — limits change, so confirm the current figures.
  • What counts as a qualifying disability or level of care need, and what documentation shows it?
  • Is there a caregiver-specific department, coordinator, or support line? Ask for it by name. — Many agencies have one that isn’t advertised on the website.
  • What documents do you need from us to start an application?
  • Is there a waitlist right now, and how long is it?

How to apply

  • If you need help applying for Medicaid, visit the Apply for Medicaid page to explore your options. You can also find a local HHS office near you for help in person or over the phone with your HCBS application. You can also contact Member Services to speak with someone from our team for help. Member Services Iowa Medicaid PO Box 36510 Des Moines, Iowa 50315 800-338-8366

Use the official program page for application details: official program page.