(Q) How do I start the SDMI Waiver process?

(A) Start the process with Mountain Pacific Quality Health to get your level of care assessment. Visit their website at: https://mpqhf.org/

Contact AWARE to be matched with a SDMI Case Manager. AWARE will also assess the level of care and level of impairment of the applicant and help begin the process with the Montana Department of Public Health & Human Services. Visit AWARE’s website at: https://www.aware-inc.org/

(Q) When will the next bedroom be available?

(A) We are actively opening homes in Great Falls, Montana. The best way to learn about availability is to contact us.

(Q) How will I find out if ELS will open a house in my town?

(A) We are currently opening homes in Great Falls, Montana. We plan to expand to cities like Billings, Butte, Helena and Missoula as soon we are able to.

(Q) Where can I learn more about Montana’s Waiver programs?

(A) https://dphhs.mt.gov/BHDD/index and https://dphhs.mt.gov/BHDD/mentalhealthservices/index