Waiver Support
Waiver & Medicaid Support Services
Colorado Medicaid offers several programs—often called waivers—that help individuals with developmental or medical needs receive care and supervision at home. These services are designed to support daily living, safety, and long-term stability while allowing families to remain together at home.
We work with families receiving services through programs such as CES, SLS, DD, CHRP, and related Medicaid supports, including Community First Choice (CFC).
Programs We Support
Families we serve may be enrolled in one or more of the following:
CES (Children’s Extensive Supports)
SLS (Supported Living Services)
DD (Developmental Disabilities)
CHRP (Children’s Habilitation Residential Program)
CFC (Community First Choice) – a Medicaid benefit that provides additional in-home support services
These programs may provide supervision, personal care, daily living assistance, and structured support based on individual needs and authorizations.
How These Services Help
Depending on the program, services may include:
Supervision and safety monitoring
Assistance with personal care and daily routines
Support with transitions and activities
Encouragement of independence and life skills
Consistent, familiar care at home
Services are individualized and guided by each person’s approved care plan.
Parent & Preferred Caregiver Option
When permitted by the program, parents, guardians, or other trusted caregivers may be hired and paid to provide care. This allows support to come from someone who already understands the individual’s routines, communication style, and needs.
All caregivers complete required onboarding and follow approved service guidelines.
Our Role
We help families understand which services they receive, how caregiver options work, and how to maintain structure and consistency so care at home feels manageable and sustainable.
Supporting families through Medicaid waiver and CFC services, including CES, SLS, DD, and CHRP—delivered at home by trusted caregivers when eligible.