Children & Families

Home-Based Care

Community and Employment Support (CES) Waiver program providing personalized in-home support as a compassionate alternative to institutional care for children with disabilities.

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Who This Program Serves

Support Built Around Real Needs

Areas of Support

Support at Home

About the Program

Home-Based Care (Children)

The Community and Employment Support (CES) Waiver program provides a compassionate alternative to institutional care, enabling children with disabilities to receive personalized support in their chosen living environments.

Services include Supported Living, non-medical transportation, consultation in nursing and positive behavior support, community transition services, specialized medical supplies, adaptive equipment, respite care, supported employment, supplemental support, and crisis intervention.

Over 4,000 individuals across Arkansas are breaking barriers and embracing community living through these services. Contact us at 501-683-5687 or through the Arkansas Department of Human Services CES Waiver page.

Have questions about the CES Waiver? Talk to a waiver specialist.

Our CES Waiver Services

Supported Living Services

Tailored assistance from Direct Support Professionals to help them achieve personal goals, engage in their community, and navigate daily life.

Non-Medical Transportation

Open doors to community resources and activities, providing them with the freedom to live life on their own terms.

Consultation

Expert guidance in specialized areas such as Nursing, Positive Behavior Support, and Nutrition to facilitate holistic well-being.

Community Transition Services

Smoothen their move from an institutional setting to a private residence, making it a homecoming, not a hurdle.

Specialized Medical Supplies

Quality-of-life essentials, from equipment to ancillary supplies, to address their physical conditions.

Adaptive Equipment

Tools and technologies that empower them to accomplish daily tasks and lead a fuller life.

Respite

Short-term, professional assistance when their natural supports need a breather, giving peace of mind to you and your loved ones.

Supported Employment

Skill-building and job coach support to pave their way into the competitive employment arena.

Supplemental Support

When life throws curveballs that risk institutionalization, we're their safety net.

Crisis Intervention

Our team is equipped to address urgent needs, ensuring a stable and safe environment for them.

Get Started

Request Information

Tell us about the child you are seeking support for and we will follow up.

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Have questions or want to learn more about our programs? We would love to hear from you.