Medicaid and Autism | Finding Support Through Self-Directed Care Programs

See the original post at Puzzle Peace Counseling, where Maria Perrin had the pleasure of speaking with Janeen Herskovitz about Medicaid and Autism.

In this episode of the Autism Blueprint Podcast, I have the pleasure of speaking with Maria Perrin from Public Partnerships about the invaluable support that self-directed programs can provide for families with autistic individuals. Maria shares her journey, beginning with her child’s autism diagnosis, and we discuss the benefits of self-direction, which empowers families to take control of their care.

We explore the importance of understanding Medicaid and MedWaiver programs, the types of services they cover, and how self-direction can lead to more personalized and consistent care. We also touch on the varying self-direction programs across different states and highlight inspiring stories of families who have successfully utilized these resources. As we wrap up, we emphasize the importance of advocacy, especially in light of potential budget cuts affecting essential services. I encourage listeners to check out the resources available in their states to explore self-direction programs further.

• The importance of understanding Medicaid and MedWaiver programs for families with autistic individuals.
• How self-direction programs allow families to choose their own caregivers, leading to more personalized care.
• The types of services that Medicaid may cover, including therapy options and in-home support.
• The differences in self-direction programs across various states and which states have the most robust offerings.
• Inspiring stories of families who have successfully utilized self-direction programs to improve their quality of life.
• The significance of advocacy in light of potential budget cuts affecting essential services.
• Resources available for families to explore self-direction programs in their state.

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Links to other Medicaid and Autism content:

Harnessing Hidden Superpowers: How Autistic Traits Can Make Amazing Employees

Addressing Health Inequity in Autism: Challenges and Solutions

Celebrating Autism Awareness Month: The Therapeutic Benefits of Cooking