Children’s Long-Term Support Program
Wisconsin has three approved CLTS waivers for children with developmental disabilities, physical disabilities, and severe emotional disabilities. The purpose of the waivers is to help families support their children with severe disabilities in their own home.
The CLTS waivers are funded through Medicaid and local funding. They are known as Medicaid Waivers because the federal government “waived” certain regulations so that Medicaid dollars can pay for services in the community. The CLTS Waivers began in 2003 and were developed as a part of the Children’s Long-Term Support Redesign Project in Wisconsin. The CLTS program is based on the principles of being family-centered, individualized for each child and family, outcome-based, flexible, and to promote quality of life.
Who is Eligible?
The CLTS Waivers are available to children and youth under the age of 22 who have a developmental disability, physical disability, or severe emotional disturbance. They are available in all counties in Wisconsin.
A child’s eligibility may be determined by contacting your local human services agency responsible for administering the CLTS Waiver program.
Possible Services Paid For
How much does it cost?
What is the role of the county and state?
The county’s role is to assist families and children in the application process and service coordination when a child is receiving CLTS Waiver services. This includes working with the family to develop an Individualized Service Plan (ISP) that will include the services and supports that are needed to address the child and family’s unique needs. Service Coordinators continue to work with families to ensure that all needs are being met over time and under changing circumstances.
The state reviews and approves CLTS waiver plans and provides consultation and training for families, providers, and counties.
