CAP/DA (Community Alternatives Program for Disabled Adults, 1915(c)) in North Carolina

Frequently Asked Questions

Does CAP/DA (Community Alternatives Program for Disabled Adults, 1915(c)) Pay for Residential Care in North Carolina?

CAP/DA (Community Alternatives Program for Disabled Adults, 1915(c)) covers in-home and community services only — it does not pay for residential placement in North Carolina.

Who Is CAP/DA (Community Alternatives Program for Disabled Adults, 1915(c)) For?

CAP/DA (Community Alternatives Program for Disabled Adults, 1915(c)) serves adults 18+ meeting NF level of care. Your case manager or support coordinator confirms individual eligibility and enrollment.

How Do I Find Providers That Accept CAP/DA (Community Alternatives Program for Disabled Adults, 1915(c))?

Because CAP/DA (Community Alternatives Program for Disabled Adults, 1915(c)) 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 North Carolina waivers that pay for residential care.

Other Programs in North Carolina

• NC Innovations Waiver (1915(c))
• State/County Special Assistance (SA) + Medicaid State Plan PCS
• TBI Waiver (1915(c) pilot)
• NC Medicaid Managed Care: Standard Plans + Behavioral Health/IDD Tailored Plans (1115)