Minnesota Waiver Program

Brain Injury Waiver Services

BI Waiver Services for Individuals with Brain Injuries

The BI waiver provides specialized home and community-based services for adults with brain injuries who would otherwise require nursing facility level of care.

What is the BI Waiver?

The Brain Injury (BI) waiver is a Minnesota Medicaid program that provides specialized home and community-based services to adults with brain injuries who would otherwise need nursing facility care.

This waiver recognizes the unique needs of individuals with brain injuries and provides specialized services to help them live successfully in their communities.

Important Note

BI waiver services are specifically designed for individuals with brain injuries and include specialized cognitive and behavioral supports.

Specialized Care

Services specifically designed for individuals with brain injuries and cognitive needs.

Community Living

Receive services in your own home or community setting instead of an institution.

Cognitive Support

Specialized cognitive rehabilitation and memory support services.

Quality of Life

Maintain independence and quality of life while receiving necessary support.

Types of Brain Injuries Covered

The BI waiver serves individuals with various types of brain injuries and related conditions.

Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
Stroke-related brain injury
Anoxic brain injury
Brain tumor-related injury
Infectious brain injury
Toxic brain injury
Other qualifying brain conditions

Services Available Under BI Waiver

The BI waiver covers specialized services designed to meet the unique needs of individuals with brain injuries.

Individualized Home Support (IHS)
24-Hour Emergency Assistance
Community Residential Services (CRS)
Crisis Respite Services
Adult Day Services
Supported Employment Services
Behavioral Programming
Cognitive Rehabilitation
Assistive Technology
Environmental Modifications
Transportation Services
Respite Care Services

BI Waiver Eligibility Requirements

To qualify for BI waiver services, individuals must meet specific criteria established by the state of Minnesota.

You may be eligible if you:

Be age 18 or older
Have a traumatic brain injury or related condition
Meet financial eligibility requirements
Require a nursing facility level of care
Choose to receive services in the community
Be able to have needs met safely in the community

Need Help Determining Eligibility?

Our team can help you understand BI waiver eligibility requirements and assist you with the application process.

Get Eligibility Assessment

How to Apply for BI Waiver Services

The application process for BI waiver services involves several steps. We can help guide you through each stage.

1

Contact Your County

Reach out to your county human services office to begin the BI waiver application process.

2

Medical Assessment

Complete medical assessments to verify brain injury diagnosis and care needs.

3

Approval Process

Wait for approval from county and state agencies. This process can take several months.

4

Service Planning

Work with a case manager to develop your service plan and choose your providers.

Application Timeline

The BI waiver application process typically takes 3-6 months from initial application to service start. We recommend applying as early as possible.

Start Application Process

Ready to Apply for BI Waiver Services?

Get the specialized brain injury support you need. Our team understands the unique challenges of brain injury and is here to help you access appropriate services.