Who Is New Freedom (1915(c)) For?

New Freedom (1915(c)) serves Aged/disabled in select counties, self-directed. Your case manager confirms individual eligibility and enrollment.

How Do I Find Providers That Accept New Freedom (1915(c))?

Because New Freedom (1915(c)) does not fund residential placements, ask your case manager about in-home and community providers. If a residential placement is needed, see the Washington waivers that pay for residential care.

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New Freedom (1915(c)) in Washington

New Freedom (1915(c)) covers in-home and community services only — it does not pay for residential placement in Washington. The program serves Aged/disabled in select counties, self-directed.

Enrollment and service authorization go through your case manager, typically via DSHS Developmental Disabilities Administration. They confirm eligibility, authorize the budget, and help select a provider.

Need a Residential Placement Instead?

New Freedom (1915(c)) does not fund residential placements. In Washington, residential care can be funded through COPES (1915(c)), Community First Choice (1915(k) state plan), Residential Support Waiver (1915(c)), and others — talk to your case manager about switching or adding a program.

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Does New Freedom (1915(c)) Pay for Residential Care in Washington?: New Freedom (1915(c)) covers in-home and community services only — it does not pay for residential placement in Washington.
Who Is New Freedom (1915(c)) For?: New Freedom (1915(c)) serves Aged/disabled in select counties, self-directed. Your case manager confirms individual eligibility and enrollment.
How Do I Find Providers That Accept New Freedom (1915(c))?: Because New Freedom (1915(c)) does not fund residential placements, ask your case manager about in-home and community providers. If a residential placement is needed, see the Washington waivers that pay for residential care.

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