Adult Autism Waiver

Governor Edward G. Rendell announced on May 22, 2008, that Pennsylvania had been approved for a first-of-its-kind federal waiver program to provide home and community based services specifically for adults living with and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). The $20 million-a-year waiver program, which is expected to serve up to 200 individuals 21 years of age and older with autism, was approved by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services. Prior to its approval, no dedicated services existed for adults with autism in Pennsylvania.

Persons interested in applying for the Adult Autism Waiver can call (toll-free) 866-539-7689. Requests are being accepted only by phone. Learn more about the Adult Autism Waiver and the application process.

Adult Autism Waiver: May 2009 Update

Other Resources

Description of the §1915(c) Home and Community-Based Services Waiver (PDF download)

Adult Autism Waiver: Service Descriptions

Adult Autism Waiver: Consumer Frequently Asked Questions and Answers

Adult Autism Waiver: Provider Frequently Asked Questions and Answers

Adult Autism Waiver Fact Sheet

Comparison of Medicaid Programs that Serve Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD)(PDF download)

Adult Autism Waiver Services Provider Information Table (PDF download)

Autism Waiver Provider Manual(PDF download)

Autism Waiver Provider Manual - With Appendices(PDF download)

Adult Autism Waiver Service Descriptions(PDF download)