North Dakota Autism Spectrum Disorder Waiver Program
The ND Autism Spectrum Disorder Waiver is a Medicaid waiver program designed to help families care for a child diagnosed with autism at home. This is a "parent-driven" program, meaning parents determine what their family needs to keep their child at home.
Services Provided
- Assistive Technology - devices or equipment to help the child navigate daily challenges
- Community Connector - opportunities to build relationships and supports in the community
- Remote Monitoring - safety devices to assist in finding a child with wandering behaviors and provide quicker assistance
- Respite Care - temporary relief for parents from the stress of caring for a child with special needs
- Service Management - assistance in gaining access to waiver and other Medicaid state plan services, as well as medical, social, and educational services
Eligibility Criteria
- Child is between birth through age 17 (qualifies until 18th birthday)
- Child is eligible to receive care in an intermediate care facility
- Child has a diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder
- Child is living in their parents' or other legally-responsible caregiver's home
Important Requirements
- All children on the waiver must have a completed Participant Service Plan every six months at minimum
- Two home visits must occur every year by the service manager
- All services being requested must be part of the Participant Service Plan
- After approval, the family will need to apply for Medicaid for the approved child
How to Apply
Contact the North Dakota Department of Health and Human Services or Sunny-Side Center for assistance in applying for the Autism Spectrum Disorder Waiver. Our team can help guide you through the application process. For more information: • Website: www.hhs.nd.gov/cfs/autism-services • Phone: 701-328-4630 or 1-800-755-2604 • Email: [email protected]
Get Started
Sunny-Side Center provides program outreach and grant compliance analysis for the ND Autism Waiver Program. Contact us for assistance.
Contact UsPhone: 701-404-9188
Email: [email protected]