1. The Kentucky Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) Waiver Program: This program provides financial assistance to people with disabilities or who are at risk of institutionalization to receive services in their own homes or communities. Services that may be covered include personal care, homemaker services, respite care, and case management. To be eligible for the HCBS Waiver Program, individuals must meet certain income and functional criteria.
2. The Kentucky Respite Care Program: This program provides financial assistance to caregivers of individuals with disabilities to take breaks from their caregiving responsibilities. Respite care can be provided in the caregiver's home, in an adult day care center, or in a residential facility. To be eligible for the Respite Care Program, individuals must meet certain income and functional criteria.
3. The Kentucky Medicaid Community Living Assistance and Support Services (CLASS) Program: This program provides financial assistance to people with disabilities to live independently in the community. Services that may be covered include personal care, homemaker services, respite care, and case management. To be eligible for the CLASS Program, individuals must meet certain income and functional criteria.
4. Private Pay: Some families may choose to pay for overnight care out-of-pocket. This can be arranged through a private caregiving agency or by hiring a private caregiver directly.
It's important to note that the availability of these programs and the specific eligibility requirements may vary depending on the individual's circumstances. It is recommended to contact the local Area Agency on Aging or the Kentucky Department for Medicaid Services for more information about these programs and how to apply.
