Missouri’s National Core Indicators for Aging and Disabilities©(NCI-AD) Report

The information within this report illustrates the impact of programs currently in place, as well as areas of need and opportunities for improvement and provides valuable insight to aging and disability advocates and public officials as they work in partnership to make future programmatic decisions.

Home and Community Based Services are available for adults ages 18 years of age and over who have Medicaid or are potentially Medicaid eligible and in need of assistance in the home. Home and Community Based Services are provided through the Department of Health and Senior Services (DHSS).

Services available in the community include:

  • Personal care including bathing, dressing, and grooming;
  • Housekeeping, meal preparation, and shopping;
  • Nursing services such as medication set-ups, blood draws, or diabetic nail care;
  • Respite services to relieve a family member or caregiver;
  • Meals provided by the Area Agencies on Aging; and
  • Adult day care programs

How do I make a referral?

The Division of Senior and Disability Services (DSDS) is responsible for the eligibility determination for and authorization of Home and Community Based Services. Referrals for Home and Community Based Services can be called in by phone at 1-866-835-3505 or through the Online HCBS Referral Form.

Policies and Procedures

DSDS’s operations are guided by policies and procedures outlined in the Home and Community Based Services manual.