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title: Eligibility Requirements | Home Again | Helping You Live Independently
description: You should have a say in where you live. Home Again’s operations are Medicare and Medicaid Service approved, so South Dakotans can get back on the path to home.
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# Eligibility Requirements

## On the Path Back Home

You should have a say in where you live, and Home Again wants to help you get there. Participation in South Dakota’s Home Again program is open to any adult, age 18 or older that meets the following criteria:

- Is a South Dakota resident.
- Is enrolled in Medicaid or has a pending Medicaid application.
- Resides in a nursing facility, ICF/ID or other qualifying institution for 60 or more consecutive days.
- Meets Medicaid level of care and financial eligibility criteria at least one day prior to transition.
- Will reside in qualified housing upon transition (a home, apartment, or group home with four individuals or less).*
- Is willing to enroll in and can be supported in the community through the provision of an existing [1915(c)HCBS waiver](https://dhs.sd.gov/en/ltss/hope-waiver).
- Expresses a desire to live and receive services in a home and community-based setting.

[ Get Started ](https://homeagain.sd.gov/get-started?hsLang=en)

## Check Your Eligibility

Home Again’s operations are both Medicare and Medicaid Service approved. If you or someone you know has a desire to transition back to home and become independent in self-care, but are unsure if you/they are eligible for services, you can take our free eligibility quiz.

[ Take Quiz ](https://homeagain.sd.gov/eligibility-quiz/?hsLang=en)

## Testimonials

See firsthand how Home Again has helped recipients get back on the path to home and start living the life they want.

[ Learn More ](https://homeagain.sd.gov/testimonials?hsLang=en)

### Waiver Application

If you’re looking to apply for a [1915(c)HCBS waiver](https://homeagain.sd.gov/process?hsLang=en) you can visit [Dakota at Home](https://dhs.sd.gov/en/ltss/dakota-at-home).

NOTE: Some larger group homes may qualify.

[ Apply Now ](https://homeagain.sd.gov/process?hsLang=en)

### Medical Assistance

To see if you qualify for Medicaid you can [apply online](https://apps.sd.gov/SS36SNAP/Web/Portal/SystemCompatibility.aspx) or by paper application.

[ Apply Now ](https://apps.sd.gov/SS36SNAP/Web/Portal/SystemCompatibility.aspx)

![nurse helping patient get out of bed](https://homeagain.sd.gov/hubfs/DSS23_HA_LearnTheProcess_516x390.jpg "nurse helping patient get out of bed")

### Learn the Process

Home Again serves as the bridge for people that have expressed an interest in transitioning back home or to their community. To get started you’ll need to fill out a [referral form](https://homeagain.sd.gov/get-started?hsLang=en) for yourself or the person you're referring.

[ Learn More ](https://homeagain.sd.gov/process?hsLang=en)

## Have Questions?

If you’re still trying to determine if the Home Again program is right for you, or if you meet eligibility requirements, you can see our list of [frequently asked questions](https://homeagain.sd.gov/faqs?hsLang=en)<https://homeagain.sd.gov/faqs?hsLang=en> or check your eligibility on the [Department of Social Services website](https://dss.sd.gov/).

[ Learn More ](https://dss.sd.gov/economicassistance/medical_eligibility.aspx)