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Funding Services
We understand the challenges of securing financial support for the assistance you need, and we are here to help you navigate your options. While paying privately is an option, the State of New Mexico also offers funding through:
- A Developmental Disabilities Waiver, or
- General State Funding
STEP ONE
The Options
Developmental Disabilities Waiver
The Developmental Disabilities (DD) Waiver provides essential funding for individuals with disabilities that began before the age of 22. To apply, individuals must submit applications to the state of New Mexico, which reviews them on a case-by-case basis to determine eligibility. If an applicant meets the state's requirements, they will be placed on a waiting list. Unfortunately, individuals currently face a long waiting period of approximately 10 years for the DD waiver. They must endure this time while the state allocates sufficient funding, which is limited. Consequently, only a small number of individuals receive funding statewide each year.
Here is the English DD Waiver:
Here is the Spanish DD Waiver:
State General Funding
Regarding State General Funding, this option is designed for individuals who require minimal staff support. However, it is a limited funding source that typically covers basic day and residential services while individuals wait for more sustainable funding through the DD waiver.
At Tobosa, we can provide services through State General funding whenever a vacancy arises. As soon as a slot becomes available, we can offer services to someone on the waiting list for DD waiver funding. To initiate the process for individuals funded by State General funding, we promptly assign a case manager who will meet with the individual and their family. During this meeting, we discuss and develop a comprehensive plan to begin providing services.
STEP TWO
Program Selection & Planning
Once an applicant secures funding through the DD waiver, they must actively choose a case management agency. The case manager will then provide the family and the applicant with crucial information about available service options and provider agencies in the area. If the family and the individual decide to select Tobosa, we will schedule a meeting to discuss and create a tailored plan for providing services.
It's important to note that when individuals receive funding through the DD waiver, the case management agencies act as a third party and are not affiliated with Tobosa Developmental Services.
Do you have a loved one living with developmental disabilities who needs support? We can help you apply for and obtain funding for services! Feel free to contact us for more information.