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The waiver limits the number of individuals who can receive Medicaid funded community based services under this waiver. Customers may apply by calling (202) 535 2178 or (202) 442 5912.

This program is funded and administered by the Medical Assistance Administration within the Department of Health, though the ESA Medicaid Branch establishes ACEDS records under the AZ program type for customers enrolled in the Waiver.

HIV PROGRAMS 3.5

In addition to HIV testing and counseling, the HIV/AIDS, Hepatitis, STD, and TB Administration (HAHSTA) offers a variety of programs for HIV-infected District residents. These programs include assistance with COBRA insurance premiums and pharmacy assistance through the AIDS Drugs Assistance Program (ADAP). Persons with gross incomes less than 400 percent of the Federal Poverty Level may be eligible for one or more of these programs.

To apply, customers should call HAHSTA on (202) 671-4900. Customers may also complete a “Application for Health Services” while at ESA; staff should facilitate the process by faxing documents as required.

These programs are funded and administered by the Department of Health, though the ESA Medicaid Branch establishes ACEDS records for customers who were enrolled in the Medicaid Demonstrations.

The Medicaid Demonstration program that provided services to this group ends on December 31, 2010. These persons may apply at ESA for other Medicaid categories or the DC HealthCare Alliance.

BREAST AND CERVICAL CANCER PROGRAMS 3.6

The Breast and Cervical Cancer Program, also known as “Project Wish”, provides screening and treatment services to District residents with gross incomes below 250 percent of the Federal Poverty Level. Customers must be screened and diagnosed by a Project Wish provider before they can enroll in the program. The program is funded and administered by the Department of Health.

For more information, customers may call Project Wish toll free on 1-888-833-WISH (1-888-833-9474; TYY 1-877-672-7368)

The program is funded and administered by the Department of Health, though the ESA Medicaid Branch establishes ACEDS records under the AZ program type for customers enrolled in the program.

MENTAL HEALTH AND SPECIAL REHABILITATION OPTION 3.7

The Department of Mental Health provides a variety of services to customers to treat and recover from mental illness. These services include diagnostic/assessment services, medication, counseling, intensive day treatment, crisis/emergency services, residential treatment, and specialized services for adults and children. Fees for services are determined on a sliding scale basis. No one will be turned away because of inability to pay for service.

For more information or assistance, customers may call 1-888-7WE-HELP (1-888-793-4357).

DRUG ABUSE PROGRAM (ADDICTION PREVENTION AND RECOVERY) 3.8

The Addiction, Prevention and Recovery Administration (APRA) within the Department of Health provides a variety of services for the prevention of and recovery from addictions. These services include crisis