Senate Bill 272 aims to amend the eligibility criteria for the Family Care program in Wisconsin to include individuals who are deaf-blind. Currently, eligibility requires individuals to be at least 18 years old and to have a physical or developmental disability or be a frail elder, along with meeting functional and financial eligibility standards. The proposed bill specifically states that a person is functionally eligible for the Family Care program if they are deaf-blind, as defined in federal law (29 USC 1905).

The amendment to the statute is intended to ensure that individuals who are deaf-blind can access community-based long-term care services provided by the Family Care program. This change reflects a commitment to inclusivity and recognizes the unique needs of the deaf-blind population in accessing necessary support services.

Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 46.286(1)(a)(intro.), 46.286