MI Choice Waiver Program Resources

Michigan’s MI Choice Waiver Program provides home and community based services (HCBS) to qualified adults across the state. MI Choice lets people who would otherwise need care in a nursing home get the help they need in their own homes and assisted living facilities.

MI Choice is available to people age 65 or older, as well as adults with disabilities age 18 or older, and who meet these criteria:

Categorically eligible for Medicaid, as aged (65 and older) or disabled.

If you are under 65, you will need a Disability Determination to qualify for Medicaid.

Financially eligible for Medicaid.

In MI Choice, this means an income up to 300% of the Supplemental Security Income federal benefit rate ($2,829/month in 2024) and assets up to $2,000. 

Medically qualified.

Eligible for long term care under Medicaid's eligibility criteria. 

Must require at least two MI Choice waiver services.

One of which must be Supports Coordination. The person also must have needs that cannot be met by other state programs or services.

How do I enroll in MI Choice?

To enroll, contact your local MI Choice waiver agency. The first step is to complete a telephone screening. Depending on where you live, you might go onto a waitlist after the initial screening. From there, you can go on to functional assessment to see if you medically qualify for MI Choice. 

Find your local MI Choice waiver agency 

How long does it take to enroll in MI Choice?

This answer can change depending on where you live in Michigan. MI Choice waiver agencies have a limited number of slots available for people to enroll, and if all those slots are filled there may be a waitlist to get into the program. 

How much does MI Choice Cost?

All MI Choice participants must qualify for Medicaid, and Medicaid covers the cost of MI Choice services.

What kinds of services does MI Choice offer?

MI Choice offers a wide variety of services to help people live in the community. Services include: 

Adult day health (adult day care)

Chore services

Community health worker

Community living supports

Community transportation

Counseling

Environmental accessibility adaptations

Goods and services

Home delivered meals

Nursing services

Personal emergency response systems (PERS)

Private duty nursing/respiratory care

Respite services

Specialized medical equipment and supplies

Training in a variety of independent living skills