When a family begins exploring support services for a loved one with specialized needs, one of the biggest hurdles isn’t always the day-to-day care—it’s the paperwork, eligibility, and program rules. At Renoxx Caregivers, we understand that navigating to the right support feels like a maze. That’s why we’re committed to helping you step through it with clarity.
Let’s pull back the curtain: In Maryland (and in the District of Columbia), there are multiple Home & Community-Based waiver programs for intellectual and developmental disabilities. For example, our DDS services page lists Behavioral Support Services, Companion Services, Day Habilitation, Employment Readiness, In-Home Supports, Respite and more.
Here’s a simplified roadmap you can share with your family:
1. Identify eligibility — Does your loved one qualify for a waiver or Medicaid-funded program? The sooner you check, the sooner the support can begin.
2. Choose a provider you trust — Look beyond the “what” to the “how”: Does the provider emphasize choice, personal planning, communication with families? Renoxx Caregivers puts those front and center.
3. Plan together — A provider who conducts a thorough intake, interviews family and individual, and then develops a person-centered plan is very different than one that assigns a fixed schedule with little flexibility.
4. Monitor, review, adjust — Needs change. Interests change. A good provider checks progress, asks feedback, and adjusts the plan—whether it’s shifting from in-home support to community involvement, or adding employment skills.
5. Communicate & advocate — You are part of the team. A provider who treats you as a partner, keeps you informed and values your input makes the journey smoother. Why is this important? Because when the paperwork is confusing, when services feel generic or inflexible, the results are delayed progress, frustration, and sometimes abandonment of support altogether.
Choosing a provider who knows both the programs and the person is key. At Renoxx Caregivers, our mission emphasises “compassion-filled and individualized quality programs to foster independence.” That means we don’t view the waiver as just a funding stream—we view it as a pathway to possibility. Our team includes certified special educators, psychologists, social workers, BCBAs and speech therapists—so you’re not just accessing support, you’re accessing expertise. If you’re beginning the journey of applying for waivers, or you’re already approved but seeking better support, let’s talk. At Renoxx Caregivers we’ll walk the steps with you, not just hand you a plan. Because real support starts when understanding leads to action.