Adult Evaluation & Review Services

Assistance for older adults and people with disabilities who are at risk for being placed in an institutional setting

The St. Mary’s County Health Department assists older adults and people with disabilities who are at risk for being placed in an institutional setting. Our goal is to help people remain in the community or in the least restrictive living situation where they can function at the highest possible level of independence and personal well-being.

Home and Community-Based Services

Medicaid Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) offer services and supports for older adults and people with disabilities, empowering them to live in the community. These programs include:

Community Options Waiver
Community First Choice
Community Personal Assistance Services (formerly MAPC)

What do these programs offer and who do they serve?

The programs provide assistance with activities of daily living to Medicaid recipients who have a chronic illness, medical condition or disability. Services are provided in the eligible individual’s home or community residence (waiver participants may receive services in an assisted living facility). Other services in each program vary.

How do I apply to receive these services?

To apply, please contact the St. Mary’s County Maryland Access Point (MAP) program at 301-475-4200 ext. 1057. Qualified applicants must meet the Medicaid Program’s financial and medical requirements. An assessment completed by the St. Mary’s County Health Department determines medical eligibility. Financial eligibility is determined by either the local Department of Social Services or by the Maryland Department of Health and Mental Hygiene. Once an applicant is determined eligible, they or their representative will choose an approved Supports Planning Agency to guide them through developing a plan for services.

What services are provided?

A registered nurse from the health department oversees the quality of care and services provided through nurse monitoring. As part of the ongoing plan, the nurse visits with clients and the personal care provider throughout the year and updates each client’s medical history annually.

Services provided in the program include assistance, or items that substitute for assistance, with the following activities of daily living:

Bathing
Toileting
Mobility, including transferring from place to place
Eating
Dressing

Individuals who need help with activities of daily living may also receive help with:

Household services related to medical needs
Escort services to a medical appointment
Personal hygiene and grooming

Contact Information

St. Mary’s County Health Department
Adult Evaluation and Review Services
Monday through Friday
8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Phone: (301) 475-4330
Fax: (301) 309-4117
Email: smhd.healthdept@maryland.gov