Frail Elderly (FE) Program

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The Home and Community Based Services Frail Elderly (FE) program provides an option for Kansas seniors who receive Medicaid and qualify functionally to receive community based services as an alternative to nursing facility care. Services include personal care, household tasks, and health services. The program promotes independence within the community and helps to offer residency in the most integrated environment.

Who Qualifies?

To be eligible for the FE program individuals must meet the following criteria:

Must be 65 years old

Meet Medicaid income eligibility guidelines

Meet the Medicaid long-term care threshold

Frequently Asked Questions

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How can I get more information about the HCBS FE Program?
To receive additional information about the HCBS Frail/Elderly program please contact the Frail/Elderly Program Manager Carrie Proffitt in any of the following ways:
- Email
- Phone: (785) 296-8288
- Fax: (785) 296-0256
- Mail: Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services
           New England Building
           503 S. Kansas Ave.
           Topeka, KS 66603-3404
What type of services can I receive from the HCBS/FE program?

The HCBS/FE program offers services to assist the customer in maintaining their independence. They are: Adult Day Care, Assistive Technology, Attendant Care Services (Level I and II), Nursing Evaluation Visit, Personal Emergency Response, Sleep Cycle Support, Medication Reminder, Oral Health Services, Comprehensive Support and Wellness Monitoring. *Please note that Assistive Technology, Comprehensive Support, Oral Health and Sleep Cycle Support are only available if crisis exception is met. These services are based upon customer need, which has been determined by the customer and care coordinator.
How much money can an individual keep and still qualify for HCBS/FE services?

DCF makes the determination on financial eligibility for the customer. Its staff will work with the customer to determine his or her income and assets. Many factors are reviewed by the DCF staff when making the financial eligibility determination.
How many hours of service can an individual have when they need HCBS/FE services?

The hours of service are based on the needs of the customer. Each Plan of Care that is developed by the MCO Care Coordinator is individualized to meet the customer's needs.
Whom do I call to get information when I need help?

Individuals would need to contact their MCO Care Coordinator and request help in accessing services they need.
What is self-directed care?

Self-Direction is an option that allows the customer in need of attendant care services to live in the least restrictive environment and direct their attendant care services. These services are determined by the case manager and customer to be essential to the maintenance of their health and welfare. When the customer chooses to direct their care, they are responsible for multiple tasks: such as, the selection of the attendant, training, monitoring, and dismissal of the attendant.
Can my family be paid for helping me?

The customer can choose a family member to provide attendant care services to them. However, a family member cannot be a spouse or a person who has been appointed by the customer or the court to represent them (Acting on Behalf, Activated Durable Power of Attorney, and Guardian/Conservator).
Will HCBS/FE services pay for an individual who chooses to live in an Assisted Living Facility, Residential Health Care Facility, Home Plus or Boarding Care Home?

The HCBS/FE program will pay for services delivered to the customer in an Assisted Living Facility, Residential Health Care Facility, Home Plus or Boarding Care Home. The customer is responsible for paying for their room and raw food costs. HCBS/FE will pay for the direct services provided to the customer in accordance with the Plan of Care.