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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