What is Oregon Project Independence-Medicaid (OPI-M)?
OPI-M is a new Medicaid-funded program designed to help older adults and adults with disabilities who need assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs) remain in their homes. OPI-M is an expansion of the state’s original Oregon Project Independence (OPI) program. The primary goal is to keep clients safe and independent in their homes as long as possible.
Who does OPI-M serve in Washington County?
- People ages 60+ or age 18+ with a physical disability
- Any age with Alzheimer's disease or other type of dementia
- Individuals who may not qualify for traditional Medicaid but have incomes up to 400% of the federal poverty level
- Some Medicaid programs will disqualify you for OPI
Am I eligible for OPI-M?
Aging and People with Disabilities determines eligibility. They review your income and assets and assess your ability to perform activities of daily living (ADLs). You must need hands-on assistance with one or more of the following activities: walking, transferring, bathing, dressing, eating, toileting, managing memory/cognitive decline or medication management.
Is there a cost for OPI services?
No.
If I am eligible, what kind of assistance can I receive from OPI-M?
OPI-M service providers are registered home care workers and licensed in-home care agencies. You may use your allotted caregiving hours for a variety of tasks. These tasks may include case management, personal care, meal preparation, housekeeping, laundry, shopping or transportation. Other benefits include durable medical equipment, adult day services, home-delivered meals and case management services.
What is Oregon Project Independence (OPI)?
OPI is a limited program that provides some in-home caregiving assistance to eligible individuals who have been determined ineligible for OPI-M or who are ineligible to apply for OPI-M or other Medicaid-funded programs. Like OPI-M, the primary goal is to keep clients safe and independent in their homes as long as possible.
Who does OPI serve in Washington County?
- People ages 60+ or age 18+ with a physical disability
- Any age with Alzheimer's disease or other type of dementia
- Some Medicaid programs will disqualify you for OPI
Am I eligible for OPI?
Eligibility is determined by an assessment of your ability to perform activities of daily living (ADLs). You must need hands-on assistance with one or more of the following activities: walking, transferring, bathing, dressing, eating, toileting, managing memory/cognitive decline or medication management.
Is there a cost for OPI services?
Fees are based on a sliding scale according to your household's monthly income. The fees are determined after deducting medical expenses from this income.
If eligible, what kind of assistance can I receive from OPI?
OPI-M service providers are registered home care workers and licensed in-home care agencies. You may choose to use your allotted caregiving hours for a variety of tasks, including personal care, meal preparation, housekeeping, laundry, shopping or transportation. Other benefits include durable medical equipment, adult day services, home-delivered meals and case management services.
Chore services
The Chore Services program is funded by the Older Americans Act. It is available to lower-income Washington County residents ages 60+. The services are designed to provide one-time deep cleaning/waste removal, helping older adults stay safe in their homes. The availability of this service depends on approval of a cost estimate and current funding.
A licensed professional company completes the cleaning, which may include:
- Removal and disposal of garbage/household items, and may include biohazardous materials
- Deep cleaning of the home interior (does not include outdoor/yard work)
- Removal of appliances, furniture and/or medical equipment
If you need help with large home projects or repairs, call us for referrals to other community programs that may be able to help.
Contact us
To discuss your eligibility for in-home services through OPI, OPI-M or Chore Services, please call the Aging and Disability Resource Connection at 855-673-2372.