Children's Mental Health Waiver in Iowa

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Children's Mental Health Waiver Pay for Residential Care in Iowa?

Children's Mental Health Waiver covers in-home and community services only — it does not pay for residential placement in Iowa.

Who Is Children's Mental Health Waiver For?

Children's Mental Health Waiver serves SED children. Your case manager or support coordinator confirms individual eligibility and enrollment.

How Do I Find Providers That Accept Children's Mental Health Waiver?

Because Children's Mental Health Waiver does not fund residential placements, ask your case manager or support coordinator about in-home and community providers. If a residential placement is needed, see the Iowa waivers that pay for residential care.

Other Programs in Iowa

• Elderly Waiver
• Intellectual Disability (ID) Waiver
• Brain Injury (BI) Waiver
• Health and Disability Waiver
• Physical Disability Waiver
• HIV/AIDS Waiver
• Iowa Health Link (MLTSS managed care)