CT's Home Care Program Faces Changes
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Connecticuts Community First Choice program, which provides personalized at-home care for thousands of disabled individuals through Medicaid, is under threat of being discontinued next year. Governor Ned Lamont proposes shifting enrollees to waiver programs with caps and long waitlists. The program has seen rapid growth, with enrollment doubling since 2018 and costs surging from $88 million to $371 million annually. State leaders argue that the program drains resources from other home care options, while families and advocates fear it will force individuals into nursing homes. The governors team suggests agency-run services with more support for those who wish to hire their own aides, potentially leading to wait times of up to ten years for new enrollees. Lawmakers are currently debating the issue, weighing potential savings against the real impact on families.
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