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Enhanced Adult Residential Care (EARC)

WA DSHS HCLA

Enhanced Adult Residential Care is one of three Medicaid-contracted service-package levels offered in Washington State Assisted Living Facilities that contract with DSHS to serve Medicaid clients. The service-package framework defines the level of care a facility is contracted to deliver to its Medicaid residents.

Who qualifies

Medicaid LTSS-eligible adults residing in a Washington-contracted Assisted Living Facility offering this service-package level.

What it covers

Housing, meals, personal care, and the additional services included in the EARC service-package tier; specifics are defined by the state's contracted service-package definitions.

Cost

Paid through Medicaid LTSS for eligible clients; participation may apply per Medicaid LTSS rules.

How to apply

Apply through DSHS Home and Community Services for Medicaid LTSS, then choose a contracted Assisted Living Facility offering the appropriate service package.

Source www.dshs.wa.gov/altsa/residential-care-services/long-term-care-residential-optio