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The Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) Waiver program provides intensive services and supports to adults with acquired brain injury working to re-enter community life. Surpass’s support specialists can provide services in the community or at an ABI participant’s home depending on recommended plan of care.
An acquired brain injury (ABI) is an injury to the brain which is not hereditary, congenital, or degenerative. An ABI includes: central nervous system injury from physical traumas, from anoxia or hypoxic episodes, allergic conditions, toxic substances, and other acute medical incidents.
Impairment sustained from an ABI can last anywhere from days to a lifetime depending on the severity of the injury. Many patients struggle to integrate themselves back into the community and daily life, which is where our support specialists come in to help.
The acquired brain injury (ABI) acute waiver is a Medicaid-covered program that provides intensive, community-based services and supports to individuals with a recent acquired brain injury. The goal of the ABI waiver program is to rehabilitate and reintegrate individuals with brain injury into their community.
The ABI waiver is for adults with an acquired brain injury who can benefit from intensive rehabilitation services. The services are designed to help participants re-enter the community and function independently. We currently provide Behavior Programing and Individual/Group Counseling for ABI-Acute waiver participants.
The ABI LTC waiver is for adults with an acquired brain injury who have reached a plateau in their rehabilitation level and require maintenance services to live safely in the community. We currently provide Behavior Programming and Individual/Group Counseling for ABI-Acute waiver participants. For more information about ABI-Acute/LTC visit: Acquired Brain Injury Branch – Cabinet for Health and Family Services (ky.gov)
Behavior programming services help participants develop new skills, learn positive ways to communicate their needs, and build more successful daily routines. Our trained team takes time to understand each person’s unique needs, strengths, and experiences to create an individualized plan that supports meaningful progress. Strategies are practiced across everyday settings and activities, and adjusted as needed to help each participant feel confident, supported, and successful!
Counseling services provide personalized support to help participants navigate the emotional, social, and personal changes that may come with an ABI. Services may focus on building healthy relationships, strengthening coping and social skills, understanding the effects of an ABI, and addressing other personal concerns. Counseling can work alongside behavior support services to help participants feel more confident and successful in their daily lives.
Our skilled professionals employ a range of assessment tools, observations, and interviews to gain a deep understanding of the underlying factors driving challenging behaviors. This process enables us to identify triggers, motivations, and patterns that may not be immediately apparent. By recognizing the causes and effects of a participant’s needs, preferences, and surroundings, we can craft a personalized positive behavior support plan. The assessment process isn’t merely about analyzing behavior; it’s about unraveling the story behind the actions.
At every step, data collection and analysis serve as the cornerstone of our evidence-based practice. Through tracking and measurement of techniques, we continuously assess progress towards established goals. Progress is measured not only in terms of reduced challenging behaviors but also in enhanced communication skills, improved social interactions, and increased independence. This data-driven approach allows us to fine-tune interventions, ensuring that they remain aligned with the individual’s evolving needs.
Surpass Behavioral Health provides high-quality support services for participants of all ages in Kentucky across a variety of settings. With a focus on underlying causes of behavior, collaboration, and evidence-based strategies we can make meaningful change in the life of participants and families impacted by intellectual and developmental disabilities. Get started by contacting your case manager today.
For any questions, you can contact our intake department by emailing pbss@surpassbh.com
The definition of an acquired brain injury is a structural injury to the brain which is not hereditary, congenital, or degenerative. Acquired brain injury includes central nervous system injury from physical traumas, from anoxia or hypoxic episodes, allergic conditions, toxic substances, and other acute medical/clinical incidents.
An individual may qualify for the ABI waiver if they are:
Yes, some conditions are not considered an acquired brain injusry and exclude an individual from enrollment in the ABI waiver program. Those conditions include:
Qualifying for ABI services through a Kentucky waiver program typically involves several steps and eligibility criteria. Participants will need to be Medicaid (waiver-based) approved and work with their case manager to apply for services.
