What Is Indiana Pathways for Aging?
Indiana Pathways for Aging (also known as PathWays) is a Medicaid-managed long-term services and supports (LTSS) program launched in 2024. It aims to simplify how older adults access services like home care, case management, and health coordination, while also expanding choices around where and how care is delivered. PathWays is focused on people aged 60 and older who qualify for Medicaid and need assistance with daily living activities. This includes seniors who might otherwise qualify for nursing home care but would prefer to remain at home with the right level of support.
Key goals of Indiana Pathways for Aging include:
- Keeping seniors in their homes longer by offering more community-based care options
- Reducing fragmentation by assigning a single care manager for health and support services
- Improving health outcomes through better coordination between medical and non-medical services
- Streamlining eligibility and benefits for those needing long-term care
Who Is Eligible?
Eligibility for Indiana Pathways for Aging depends on two main factors:
Age and need for assistance – Individuals must be 60 or older and require help with activities of daily living (like bathing, dressing, or meal preparation)
Medicaid qualification – Participants must qualify for Indiana’s Medicaid program or certain Medicaid waivers
The state works with managed care entities (MCEs) like Anthem, UnitedHealthcare, and Humana, which administer benefits and assign care managers to each participant. These care managers help seniors access in-home services, therapy, transportation, meals, and other supports under the PathWays umbrella.
In-Home Care Under Indiana Pathways for Aging
One of the central features of PathWays is its emphasis on home- and community-based services (HCBS). Rather than defaulting to nursing home placement, the program prioritizes options that allow older adults to stay where they’re most comfortable: at home. Under PathWays, eligible seniors can receive non-medical in-home care services such as:
- Personal care assistance (bathing, dressing, grooming)
- Companionship and safety supervision
- Help with meal preparation and nutrition
- Light housekeeping and laundry
- Transportation for errands or medical appointments
- Medication reminders
- Respite for family caregivers
These services are designed not only to support daily functioning but also to reduce hospital visits, improve mental well-being, and preserve seniors’ autonomy as long as possible.
Choosing the Right In-Home Care Provider
Although PathWays simplifies access to services, the quality of care still depends on the provider. That’s why choosing a reputable in-home care agency that understands the PathWays system—and works well with MCEs—is essential.
Senior Check-In is a proud, approved provider under the Indiana Pathways for Aging program. Serving the greater Indianapolis metro area, Senior Check-In brings a personalized, independent approach to non-medical care that sets it apart from larger franchises. Because the company is not a franchise, it can remain flexible and responsive to each family’s unique needs, offering custom care plans that evolve with the client.
What makes Senior Check-In a preferred partner for PathWays-related care?
- Certified and insured provider for Anthem, UnitedHealthcare, and Humana PathWays programs
- Experienced in Medicaid-funded care with a strong understanding of Indiana’s waiver systems
- Locally owned and operated, giving it deeper roots and better responsiveness than national chains
- Committed to personalized care, ensuring that each senior receives respectful, compassionate support at home
How to Get Started with PathWays and Senior Check-In
If your loved one is 60+ and may qualify for Medicaid, the first step is to connect with Indiana’s Division of Aging or a managed care entity to begin the eligibility process. Once enrolled in the PathWays program, the assigned care manager can work with families to select a trusted in-home care partner like Senior Check-In.
Alternatively, families can reach out directly to Senior Check-In for help navigating the system. The team is well-versed in working with PathWays participants and can walk you through what to expect, how services are covered, and how to create a care plan that keeps your loved one comfortable and supported at home.
Supporting Aging in Place with the Right Team
Indiana’s PathWays for Aging program represents a major step forward in helping seniors remain in their homes longer with access to quality care. But even the best-designed program is only as effective as the providers delivering that care.
With Senior Check-In as your in-home care partner, families can feel confident that their loved ones are receiving attentive, compassionate, and consistent support from caregivers who treat every client like family. To learn more or to see if your loved one qualifies, visit seniorcheck-in.com or contact their team for a consultation.
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