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Compassionate Care
for Children with Complex Medical Needs

The Katie Beckett Waiver allows children with significant medical needs to receive skilled care at home while maintaining family unity. FamilyCare is proud to support families navigating this waiver by providing high-quality pediatric home health services.

Waiver Support Services

Our experienced pediatric nurses deliver medically necessary care in the home, including:

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Skilled nursing oversight

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Medication administration
and monitoring

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IV therapy and complex medical treatments

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Care coordination with physicians and specialists

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Family education and caregiver support

We work closely with families to reduce hospitalizations and support long-term stability at home.
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Eligibility Criteria

Member Eligibility

  • Must be 21 years old or younger.
  • Must be eligible for Medicaid.
  • Must have a significant physical disability that meets the Department of Social Services (DSS)

Our team helps guide families through eligibility and enrollment.

Helping Families Navigate the Waiver

We assist families with:

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Understanding eligibility

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Coordinating authorized services

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Communicating with case
managers and providers

FAQs

What is the Katie Beckett Waiver?

The Katie Beckett Waiver allows medically complex children to receive skilled care at home instead of in an institutional setting, regardless of parental income.

Who qualifies for the Katie Beckett Waiver?

Children under age 21 with significant medical needs who require a level of care similar to a hospital or facility may qualify, pending clinical and financial eligibility.

What services does FamilyCare provide under this waiver?

FamilyCare provides skilled nursing care, medication management, IV therapy when ordered, care coordination, and family education.

Can services be provided at home or school?

Services are typically provided in the home. Our team can help clarify approved service locations based on the care plan.

Can FamilyCare help with the application process?

Yes. We assist families in understanding eligibility and coordinating with case managers and providers.

What Families Say

FamilyCare helped us bring our child home safely and gave us confidence we weren’t alone. The nurses were incredible.

— Parent of Katie Beckett Participant

The care coordination made a huge difference. Everything felt organized, calm, and focused on our child’s needs.

— Family Member

Having skilled nursing at home allowed our child to thrive while staying with family.

— Caregiver
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Looking for
a reliable home care agency you can trust?

FamilyCare is here to help you or your loved one receive compassionate, professional care at home.