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HARP/HCBS

HARP (Health & Recovery Plan)

HARP (Health & Recovery Plan) is a health care program under Medicaid Managed Care that provides overall health care for adults with significant behavioral and/or mental health needs. HARP offers the same benefits as regular Medicaid health plans, plus additional benefits and specialized support services. To enroll in HARP, you must be deemed eligible by NYS. If you think you may be eligible or would like to refer someone, please contact Venture Forthe.

Who is Eligible for HARP?

To enroll in HARP, you must be deemed eligible by New York State. Some qualifying criteria include:

  • Insured only by Medicaid
  • Between 21 and 65 years old
  • Have a qualifying behavioral health diagnosis1

1 Typically, this includes serious mental illness, developmental disability, substance use disorder or HIV.

HCBS (Home & Community Based Services)

HCBS (Home & Community Based Services) provide in-home support services for adults with intellectual or developmental disabilities, physical disabilities, or mental illness. HCBS are offered through HARP on a tiered basis, depending on individual needs. HCBS can help with daily living and social skills, education and employment goals, peer and family support, and symptom management.

Who is Eligible for HCBS?

HCBS eligibility is determined through a state eligibility assessment. Some qualifying criteria include:

  • Insured only by Medicaid
  • Between 21 and 65 years old
  • Have a qualifying behavioral health diagnosis1
  • Are eligible for or enrolled in HARP

1 Typically, this includes serious mental illness, developmental disability, substance use disorder or HIV.

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