Navigating Health, Connecting Hope

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At the YMCA of Central New York, we’re committed to helping you and your family connect with vital care and community services through the 1115 Medicaid Waiver. Our dedicated staff provide:

  • Personalized Screening to assess your eligibility and needs.
  • Navigation Services to connect you with housing, food, transportation and more.
  • Ongoing Support guiding you every step of the way.

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This program serves a wide variety of populations under New York’s 1115 Medicaid Waiver program, including: 

  • Medicaid High Utilizer (Adults and Children)
  • Enrolled in a NYS Health Home (Adults and Children)
  • Individuals with Substance Use Disorder (SUD)
  • Individuals with Serious Mental Illness (SMI)
  • Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disability (IDD) (Adults and Children)
  • Pregnant and Postpartum Persons
  • Post-Release Criminal Justice-Involved Population with Chronic Conditions, SUD, or Chronic Hepatitis-C
  • High Risk Children Under the Age of 18

  • Complete A Screening
    • Share basic information to see if you qualify.
  • Get Matched
    • Our staff will connect you to services that meet your needs.
  • Stay Supported
    • We follow up and walk alongside you as needs change.

Get Started

Complete the Medicaid Waiver Services Screening Form to determine eligibility and connect with our team!