Aging Waiver Services
in Schenley

Supporting Seniors in Schenley

Schenley families generally start the Aging Waiver process by calling the Armstrong County Area Agency on Aging for intake. Pennsylvania's Aging Waiver was the longstanding program for adults 60 and older who clinically needed nursing-facility care but preferred support at home. The program was largely folded into Community HealthChoices in 2018, so today most participants receive services through a CHC managed care organization while families and older paperwork still reference the Aging Waiver name. Eligibility has three parts: PA residency, age 60 or older, clinical eligibility based on a level-of-care assessment, and financial eligibility under Medicaid limits. The AAA arranges the in-home assessment and helps document financial information. Armstrong County CHC MCOs are UPMC Community HealthChoices, AmeriHealth Caritas CHC, and PA Health & Wellness. Approved services include personal assistance from a caregiver, adult day programs, home modifications, personal emergency response systems, and respite to give family caregivers a break. Schenley is a small unincorporated village in southwestern Armstrong County along the Allegheny River. Many older residents in this area have ties to neighbors and family across the river in Westmoreland County. Care Solutions schedules caregivers across Schenley, Ford City, and Freeport. Call (412) 341-7780 if you want help navigating the AAA process, comparing CHC plans, or arranging caregiver hours once your loved one is approved for the program. Our team supports families through each step.

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 Schenley is committed to delivering compassionate, high-quality care.