Empowering Lives Through Community Support
Discover our comprehensive 1915(i) services designed to enhance your quality of life. We offer personalized support Community Living and Support and Respite services.
Our Current Services
Community Living and Supports
Provides individualized support to help people develop and maintain skills for greater independence at home and in the community, based on their assessed needs and goals.
Respite
Provides temporary support to eligible individuals when their primary caregiver is unavailable or needs relief, while maintaining the individual’s health, safety, and well-being.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are 1915(i) services?
1915(i) services are Medicaid services designed to help eligible individuals with behavioral health, intellectual/developmental disability, or traumatic brain injury needs live and participate more independently in their communities.
Who is eligible for these services?
Eligibility for 1915(i) services is determined through an assessment process and is based on Medicaid eligibility and individual support needs. Services must be authorized before they can begin.
How can I access 1915(i) services?
Individuals, families, guardians, and care managers may contact us to discuss services and the referral process. Eligibility and authorization are coordinated through the individual’s health plan.
What services does Unique NC Health Services provide?
We currently provide Community Living and Supports and Respite services to eligible individuals, based on assessed needs and authorization.
Can I receive more than one 1915(i) service?
Individuals may receive multiple 1915(i) services when appropriate. Services are based on assessed needs, the individual’s care plan, and required authorizations.