(1) Eligibility to receive HCBA services from the Alternatives Program shall be determined by the following criteria:
- (a) the individual is an adult, as defined in Section 26B-6-101;
- (b) the individual has a risk score of moderate to high risk; and
- (c) the individual meets financial eligibility as determined by income and asset guidelines established by the division.
- (2) Each local area agency shall utilize the screening tool to determine an individual's risk score within ten business days of the initial referral.
- (3) An individual shall submit an Eligibility Declaration form to determine financial eligibility. An Eligibility Declaration form shall identify the individual's income and assets, including the individual's spouse's income and assets, if applicable.
- (4) An individual whose income or assets exceed the financial eligibility shall be given an opportunity to purchase HCBA services at cost.
KEY: elderly, home care services, long-term care alternatives
Date of Last Change: November 5, 2023
Notice of Continuation: June 29, 2022
Authorizing, and Implemented or Interpreted Law: 26B-6-101 through 26B-6-312