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ARKANSAS
D+Last 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 ARKANSAS
How services are run
State agency
Your service plan
Individualized Service Plan (ISP)
Self-direction
Self-Directed Services
If you get denied
Deadline to appeal
30 days from your Notice of Action
Keep services during appeal
File within 10 days
- PASSE (managed care) members: adverse action by DMS/PASSE
- Request a fair hearing in writing to the DHS Office of Appeals and Hearings within 30 days of the date on the Notice of Action
- Fair hearing before DHS Office of Appeals and Hearings (OAH)
KEY AGENCIES & RESOURCES
Mental & Behavioral Health
Arkansas Division of Aging, Adult, and Behavioral Health Services
NOTABLE WAIVERS
Community and Employment Supports (CES) Waiver
SourceChildren and adults with intellectual/developmental disabilities.
Waitlist: Multi-year waitlist; recent funding rounds have pulled thousands off — keep contact info current.
ARChoices in Homecare
SourceAdults with physical disabilities and seniors.
Waitlist: Apply through DHS; functional assessment determines hours.
TEFRA (Katie Beckett) Medicaid
SourceChildren with disabilities; only the child's income counts.
Waitlist: No waitlist; premium based on family income.
