Frequently Asked Questions

Adult Day Care Program

What is an adult day care program?
How do I obtain an adult day care application and regulations?
What is the difference between a medical and social model adult day care? 
How do I obtain a list of adult day care programs in Missouri?
Is there an adult day care association in Missouri?
Can adult day care programs be reimbursed for providing services to clients?

What is an adult day care program?
An adult day care program is a group program designed to provide care and supervision to meet the needs of five (5) or more functionally impaired adults for periods of less than twenty-four (24) hours but more than two (2) hours per day in a place other than the adult's own home.

How do I obtain an adult day care application and regulations?
An adult day care application and regulations can be obtained by contacting us or by viewing Adult Day Care 19 CSR 30-90.

What is the difference between a medical model Adult Day Health Care and a social model Adult Day Care?
An Adult Day Health Care is a medical model program certified to provide Medicaid reimbursed services to Medicaid eligible participants as required by the division of Medical Services in accordance with the standards in 13 CSR 70-92.00. An Adult Day Care program provides social activities and is not required to provide medical services. As a social program, an Adult Day Care participant is not eligible for Medicaid reimbursement.

How do I obtain a listing of adult day care programs in Missouri?
By visiting the Adult Day Care directory or by contacting us.

Is there an adult day care association in Missouri?
Yes, the Missouri Adult Day Care Association's address is 2420 Hyde Park, Suite A, Jefferson City, MO 65109. The telephone number is (573) 634-3566.

Can adult day care programs be reimbursed for providing services to clients?
Reimbursement is regulated by the Division of Medical Services (DMS) within the Department of Social Services. For specific information, please contact the DMS Provider Communications Unit at 800-392-0938 or (573) 751-2896.