Arkansas Elder Care Subsidies & Grants (2026)
Arkansas offers 2 major home care waiver programs for eligible residents. An estimated $76 million in elder care benefits goes unclaimed in Arkansas each year.
Arkansas Elder Care Programs (2026)
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Arkansas Medicaid Waiver Programs
Arkansas's Medicaid program is administered by the Arkansas Division of Medical Services. Contact them at (501) 682-8292 to begin the application process.
- ARChoices in Homecare Waiver
- Living Choices Assisted Living Waiver
Income limits for Arkansas Medicaid in 2026: $2,742/month for an individual and $5,484/month for a couple. Asset limits and other requirements vary by program.
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Medicaid HCBS Waiver
Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers allow Medicaid to pay for home care, personal assis...
VA Aid & Attendance
The VA Aid & Attendance benefit is a tax-free pension enhancement for eligible veterans and survivin...
State Home Care Subsidy
State home care subsidy programs provide direct financial assistance to pay for in-home personal car...
Respite Care Grant
Respite care grants provide temporary relief to unpaid family caregivers by funding substitute care ...
Caregiver Support Program
Caregiver support programs provide training, counseling, financial assistance, and community connect...
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