WA headline: COPES waiver covers up to $5,000 lifetime in home modifications. Income limit ~$2,901/month, asset $2,000.

Active programs

COPES (Community Options Program Entry Services)

Washington’s primary HCBS Medicaid waiver.1

Modification cap: $5,000 lifetime.

MPC (Medicaid Personal Care)

Personal care services in addition to COPES. Doesn’t cover modifications directly.

How to apply

  1. Contact local Home and Community Services (HCS) office.
  2. CARE (thorough Assessment Reporting Evaluation) for functional eligibility.
  3. Medicaid eligibility determination.
  4. Care plan with approved modifications.

What to do next

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