Medicaid Waivers & Residential Care Funding in District of Columbia

District of Columbia has 3 Medicaid funding programs on Capacity Track, and 2 of them can pay for care in a licensed residential setting. Below is what each program covers, who it serves, and where to find licensed providers — 8 locations statewide.

Waiver services in District of Columbia are coordinated by a case manager or support coordinator. Every provider listed here comes from state licensing records — never pay-to-play.

Waiver Programs in District of Columbia

Find Licensed Providers in District of Columbia

Once a waiver is approved, the next step is finding a licensed provider with an opening. Browse District of Columbia providers by care type — openings show live when providers update availability.

See Every District of Columbia Provider

Frequently Asked Questions

Which Medicaid Waivers Pay for Residential Care in District of Columbia?
In District of Columbia, EPD Waiver (Elderly and Persons with Physical Disabilities) and IDD Waiver (Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities) can fund services in licensed residential settings. Eligibility, enrollment caps, and waitlists vary by program — your case manager or support coordinator confirms which program applies.
How Do I Find District of Columbia Waiver Providers With Openings?
Capacity Track lists every licensed residential care provider in District of Columbia from state licensing records. Browse by care type and county, then send an inquiry. It arrives in the provider's email inbox, and they reply from that email. An opening shows when that provider updates it.
Who Coordinates Waiver Services in District of Columbia?
In District of Columbia, waiver services are coordinated by a case manager or support coordinator. They confirm eligibility, authorize services, and help select a provider.
Do All District of Columbia Waivers Cover Residential Placement?
No. IFS Waiver (Individual and Family Support) covers in-home and community services only. If your client or family member needs a residential placement, start with the programs listed above that pay for residential care.

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