Medicaid Service Coordination Program
Established in 1994, our Medicaid Service Coordination program (MSC) assists children from three to 21 years old who live in Family Care, Individualized Residential Alternative (IRA), or their own home. For many active MSC participants, this program is their only involvement with Mary Cariola Children’s Center (MCCC). There are currently five full-time Medicaid Service Coordinators that serve more than 100 individuals and families.
The MSC program is a Medicaid state plan and is clearly defined by the
Office for People with Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD). Eligibility requirements are very specific and are closely monitored. MSC is the active assistance offered to people as they navigate the community and various service systems in pursuit of their personal goals.
OPWDD provides services directly and subcontracts with organizations such as ours. MSC offers individuals and families services that are tailored to specific needs. And even though you’ve selected an agency to provide services, you’re free to change providers at any time.
You can expect the following from your MSC: 
- A comprehensive, customized plan to assist with meeting your child's goals
- A minimum of three face-to-face visits per year which includes one annually required home visit
- Precise record keeping
- The ability to be flexible, adaptable, and an effective advocate
Typical services and support include: - Environmental modifications for the home
- Ramp
- Respite
- Adaptive equipment
- Food
- Clothing
- Energy assistance
- Recreation opportunities
- Family reimbursement funding
- Home Health Aide service
- Clinical services
- Adult Program Transition Planning
Although MSCs primarily work independently, the cohesive, team-based approach at MCCC has been highly effective in promoting the growth, development, independence and productivity for each person we serve.