How to Get Started With Disability Services
If you have questions about any of these steps, contact us, and we will be happy to assist.
01
Visit the DSPD Website
Visit the Utah Division of Services for People with Disabilities (DSPD) website to learn about available programs and services.
02
Determine Eligibility for Services
Review the eligibility requirements and identify the type of services and support that best fit your or your family member’s needs.
03
Apply for the Waiver Waiting List
After determining eligibility, apply for the Medicaid waiver waiting list. Services are prioritized based on individual needs and urgency.
04
Apply for Respite Services (Optional)
While waiting for waiver services, families may qualify for respite support to help caregivers and provide temporary relief.
05
Choose a Support Coordinator
Once approved for services, choose a support coordinator. If you qualify for a Community Supports Waiver, Absolute Advocacy can help:
Build your support plan
Connect you with providers
Advocate for your goals
Navigate services and resources
Community Supports Waiver
Utah Department of
Health & Human Services
Integrated Healthcare
Purpose & Eligibility
Purpose
This is a program for individuals with intellectual disabilities or other related conditions. It is designed to provide services throughout the state that help people with intellectual disabilities or conditions related to intellectual disabilities remain in their own homes or other community settings. Individuals are able to live as independently as possible with supportive services provided through this program.
Eligibility Requirements
Demonstrate functional impairment in 3 or more of the major areas of life activities
Have the onset of their disability occur before age 18 for intellectual disabilities or before age 22 for other related conditions
Not have a primary condition attributable to a mental illness
Meet the level of care criteria for admission to an intermediate care facility for persons with intellectual disabilities (ICF/ID)
Meet the financial eligibility requirements for Medicaid
Be able to live safely in the community once waiver supports and services are in place
Limitations & Contact Information
Limitations
• A limited number of individuals are served
• There is a waiting list for this waiver program
• Individuals can use only those services they are assessed as needing
Contact Information
Division of Services for People with Disabilities 1-844-275-3773 or (801) 538-4200
Waiver Services
Behavioral Consultation
Center-Based Prevocational Services
Chore Services
Community Transition Services
Companion Services
Day Supports
Emergency Response System
Employment Preparation Services
Environmental Adaptations
Extended Living Supports
Family/Individual Training and
Preparation
Financial Management Services
Homemaker Services
Massage Therapy
Medication Monitoring
Non-medical Transportation
Personal Assistance
Personal Budget Assistance
Residential Habilitation
Respite Care
Specialized Medical Equipment
Supported Employment
Supported Living
Waiver Support Coordination
Copied from: Medicaid 1915(c) Home & Community Based Services Waivers Informational Fact Sheet (Form IFS -10) Utah Department of Health & Human Services (DHHS), Office of Long Term Services & Supports (LTSS) Updated Summer 2024