Most people must contribute toward the cost of their care. Coverage may be retroactive to the date someone enters a facility, if the application and facility paperwork are completed in a timely manner. My mother can't really take care of herself anymore, but she won't even consider a nursing home. There are a number of Medicaid-funded home and community services for qualifying people of all ages. Day Activity and Health Services facilities offer daytime services to clients residing in the community as an alternative to placement in nursing homes or institutions.
Services address the physical, mental, medical, and social needs of clients.
Medically Dependent Children is an alternative to institutionalization for children and young adults who require licensed nursing services. Personal Care Services provides assistance with daily living activities, such as dressing, eating, grooming, bathing, and food preparation. People may receive these services even if they don't have other Medicaid coverage. Program of All-inclusive Care for the Elderly is available in El Paso. It provides community-based services to frail elderly people who qualify for nursing facility placement.