ABOUT HCBS
Yeled v’Yalda’s HCBS Department provides vital services for eligible children and youth enrolled in Medicaid. Our HCBS services help families address medical, emotional, and behavioral needs, promoting the successful integration of each child into their daily routines, school, and community. Through HCBS, we support caregivers, enhance children's independence, and foster their skills, preparing them for success in community living and beyond.
Our services are available in the five boroughs of New York City and throughout Nassau, Rockland, Suffolk, Sullivan, Ulster, and Westchester counties.
ELIGIBILITY
The HCBS program requires the following criteria for eligibility:
1. Children/youth aged 0-21;
2. Applicant must be actively enrolled in Medicaid;
3. Applicant must be a resident of New York State;
4. Applicant must have a qualifying medical or mental health condition.
SERVICES
Caregiver/Family Advocacy and Support Services
Supporting caregivers in managing their child’s condition and building pathways toward independence. We assist with: * Individual needs to foster success at home or in the community; * Training in practical skills and strategies; * Promoting self-advocacy with other professionals; * Education on condition management and community resources.
Community Habilitation
Helping youth develop and enhance daily living skills. This includes activities that foster self-care, safety, communication, problem-solving, and social interaction.
Respite Services
Offering temporary relief to caregivers by taking care of the child’s needs, allowing families to recharge or manage other responsibilities.
Prevocational Services
Preparing youth for the workforce by teaching job readiness skills and introducing them to workplace expectations.
Supported Employment
Supporting youth, aged 14 or older, in obtaining and maintaining paid employment, with a focus on skills needed for workplace success.
FAQs
Medical Fragility: Conditions such as cerebral palsy, epilepsy, muscular dystrophy, and more.
Serious Emotional Disturbance (SED): Including depressive disorders, anxiety disorders, and ADHD.
HCBS services are designed to provide personalized support to ensure that each child can remain in their community, participate in school, and build skills for independent living.
HCBS services are highly individualized based on the child’s medical, emotional, and developmental needs. Our team conducts an initial assessment and collaborates with families to create a personalized care plan. This approach ensures each child receives support specifically suited to their unique challenges and goals.
The frequency of services depends on the individual needs of the child and the specific service provided. Our team will work with you to determine a schedule that best meets your child’s requirements and fits within their overall care plan.
Yes, children and youth can receive a combination of HCBS services based on their needs. For example, a child may benefit from both Community Habilitation and Respite Services, or a youth preparing for the workforce might engage in both Prevocational and Supported Employment services.
For children enrolled in Medicaid, HCBS services are generally covered with no additional out-of-pocket costs for families. If you have questions about coverage, please reach out to our HCBS team.
HCBS provides essential support to help children manage their health and behavioral challenges at home and within their community. By enhancing coping skills, independence, and family support, HCBS services aim to reduce the need for hospitalization or institutional care, allowing children to thrive in familiar environments.