ALABAMA
DLast verified 2026-07-03
Deadlines reflect this state’s rules as researched; they can change — always confirm the current deadline with your state agency or Protection & Advocacy office before relying on it.
HOW TO GET SERVICES & APPEAL IN ALABAMA
- DD track: appeal to DMH Associate Commissioner (Div. of Developmental Disabilities) within 15 calendar days of the effective date on the Notice of Action
- If dissatisfied, request a Fair Hearing from the Alabama Medicaid Agency within 15 calendar days of the DMH response letter
- OR appeal directly to the Alabama Medicaid Agency within 60 calendar days of the effective date
KEY AGENCIES & RESOURCES
NOTABLE WAIVERS
Intellectual Disabilities (ID) Waiver
SourceChildren and adults with intellectual disability.
Waitlist: Waitlist managed through regional 310 boards; document urgent needs.
Living at Home (LAH) Waiver
SourcePeople with ID living with family; lower-intensity supports.
Waitlist: Verify with your regional community services office.
Community Waiver Program (CWP)
SourcePeople with IDD, phased in by region; family-support tiers without institutional level-of-care.
Waitlist: Newer program with phased enrollment; ask ADMH which counties are active.
Elderly and Disabled (E&D) Waiver
SourceSeniors and adults with physical disabilities needing in-home support.
Waitlist: Apply through Alabama Medicaid / Area Agencies on Aging.
