Individual Option and Level I Provider Services
The I/O Waiver is for Adaptive and Assistive Equipment
The Level One is for Specialized Medical Equipment & Supplies
Since March 2004, we have been approved to be a provider for I/O and Level One Waiver Services. click here to see flyer
This can include:
1) Devices, controls or appliances that allow people to do daily living activities or to help them communicate;
2) Items necessary for life support and the supplies and equipment necessary for upkeep;
3) Durable and non-durable equipment that is not paid for by the Medicaid State plan.
Who can help me get a Level One or Individual Options Waiver?
To apply for the Level One Waiver or another waiver for people with MRDD, contact your county Board of MR/DD.
Where are the rules for this Waiver?
The rules are available on the Ohio Department of MR/DD website: http://odmrdd.state.oh.us
Who provides services paid for with this Waiver?
Individuals receiving Level One and Individual Options Waiver services can select providers of their choice. Providers are certified by the Ohio Department of Mental Retardation and Developmental Disabilities. Certified providers are listed on the department’s website: http://odmrdd.state.oh.us.
We have purchased laptops, desktops, audible and visual alarm systems, JAWS software, shower chairs, exercise equipment, swings and even a trampoline. This is a small sample of things we have purchased and as long as it falls under the waiver program guidelines we can assist you.
We can assist people in all Ohio counties and have provided assistance for individuals in six different counties to date. After it is approved your order can be picked up or we can ship it directly to you or to the individual receiving the order.
Simply contact us at 937-461-3305 or e-mail at k.leonard@gesmv.org to start the process.
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