Aging Waiver Services
in Everson

Supporting Seniors in Everson

From Everson, the Aging Waiver path generally starts with a call to the Fayette County Area Agency on Aging to request an intake screening. The Aging Waiver was Pennsylvania's longstanding program for adults 60 and older who clinically needed nursing-facility care but wanted to remain at home with paid support. Most of that program was rolled into Community HealthChoices in 2018, so services today are delivered through a CHC managed care organization while families and case notes still reference the Aging Waiver name. Eligibility requires PA residency, age 60 or older, a clinical level-of-care determination, and financial qualification under Medicaid limits. The AAA handles the in-home assessment and helps confirm financial eligibility, then enrollment moves through a CHC MCO. Fayette County participants choose among UPMC Community HealthChoices, AmeriHealth Caritas CHC, and PA Health & Wellness. Covered services include personal assistance from a caregiver, adult day programs, home modifications, personal emergency response systems, and respite for family caregivers. Everson is a small borough along the Youghiogheny River near Scottdale, and many older residents have stayed in the same homes for decades. Care Solutions schedules caregivers across Everson, Scottdale, and Connellsville. Call (412) 341-7780 if you need help understanding the AAA referral, comparing CHC plans, or getting caregivers in place quickly after a service plan is approved. Our team works with families across Fayette and Westmoreland counties every day on these next steps.

The Pennsylvania Aging Waiver program provides essential services that allow seniors to remain in their homes and communities rather than moving to a nursing facility. Our dedicated team in Everson is committed to delivering compassionate, high-quality care.