The Arc of Indiana

09/05/2026

Arc Master Trust trustees, please check your email for our 2026 survey. 💙

Your feedback matters to us. The information you share helps our team better understand what is working, where there may be opportunities to improve, and how we can continue expanding and strengthening the services we provide.

Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts and help us better serve trust beneficiaries and families.

09/04/2026

If you or someone you love has received an HCBS Level of Care denial, we know the appeal process can feel overwhelming.

You may be trying to understand what the notice means, what deadlines apply, what documentation you need, and how to prepare for a hearing — all while worrying about services and supports that matter in daily life.

To help, The Arc of Indiana has created two resources:

Detailed Guide: A more in-depth guide to help you understand the appeal process and prepare next steps.
https://bit.ly/IN_LOC-Appeal_Guide

Quick Guide: A shorter overview for families who need the key steps in one place.
https://bit.ly/IN_LOC_Appeal_Quick-Guide

These guides are for informational purposes only and are not legal advice or legal representation.

If you have questions, please call The Arc of Indiana at 317-977-2375 and ask to speak with a Family Advocate.

Also, register for our upcoming Ask the Arc webinar on Thursday, September 10th, where we will walk through the appeals process and you can ask questions: https://bit.ly/Ask_the_Arc

09/04/2026

The Arc of Indiana office will be closed on Monday, September 7, in observance of Labor Day.

We will return to regular office hours on Tuesday, September 8.

We hope everyone has a safe and restful holiday weekend. 🧡

09/04/2026

There is no one-size-fits-all plan for individuals and families navigating disability services, benefits, and long-term support.

That is why knowing who to call matters.

The Arc Master Trust works with families, attorneys, financial planners, and disability professionals to help people understand their options and plan in a way that fits real life.

Our team includes experienced specialists, including Sarah Geis, Senior Director of Engagement, and each trust beneficiary is assigned a specific trust account manager.

So when questions come up, families are not left trying to figure it out alone.
Have a family who may need support with special needs trust planning or administration?

Visit thearctrust.org or call 317-977-2375.

09/03/2026

Tomorrow is the last day to register for the 2026 Self-Advocates of Indiana picnic! 🍉🍔🌭🍧 Sign up today at: https://bit.ly/2026_SAI_Picnic

Last call for the 2026 SAI Annual Picnic! 🧺🧡

Registration closes this Friday, so don’t wait to save your spot.

Join Self-Advocates of Indiana for a day of connection, community, and fun with self-advocates from across the state.

Register today: https://bit.ly/SAI_Picnic

09/02/2026

This new reporting from highlights what many families have already told us: the appeal process can feel confusing, stressful, and hard to navigate, especially when services, routines, safety, and care are on the line.

If you or someone you love has received a Medicaid Waiver denial, reduction, or notice that does not reflect the person’s needs, call The Arc of Indiana at 317-977-2375 and ask to speak with a Family Advocate.

On September 10th, we will also be doing our monthly Ask The Arc on this very topic. Registration is free, and we will cover:
• Strategies to appeal
• Requesting a continuance
• Documentation and evidence to provide
• Creating an appeal packet
• What to expect during the hearing

Register at: https://bit.ly/Ask_the_Arc

Read the full story: https://www.wthr.com/article/news/investigations/13-investigates/fssa-medicaid-waiver-appeals-as-families-report-confusion-over-process-to-fight-service-cuts-13-investigates/531-21d3787a-f9b7-4184-b5ac-789252d34530

Families and advocates of people with disabilities report a complicated appeal process as they fight a recent increase in Medicaid waiver denials, cuts to services.

09/02/2026

If you or someone you love has been told they no longer meet the Level of Care for a Medicaid Waiver, or you just want to learn more about the process, this Ask The Arc is for you!

Join us for Ask The Arc: Appealing a Level of Care Denial at 6 p.m. ET.

If you have ever attended an Ask The Arc webinar, you are already registered.

If you have not attended before, register here:
https://bit.ly/Ask_the_Arc

A recording will be posted to The Arc of Indiana’s YouTube channel after the session:
https://www.youtube.com/

Please note: The Arc of Indiana does not provide legal representation or legal advice. This session is for informational purposes only to help individuals and families better understand the appeal process.

09/02/2026

It is not too late to register for ALN 3.0! 🧡The Advocacy Leadership Network kicked off on Tuesday, August 18, with an orientation session where participants had the chance to get to know one another, learn what to expect from the program, and ask questions.

If you missed the first orientation, you still have time to join.

We will host a second orientation on Tuesday, September 8, from 1–2 p.m. ET for anyone who was unable to attend the first session.

ALN is a no-cost virtual program designed to help people with intellectual and developmental disabilities build advocacy skills, grow in confidence, and learn how to share their stories with legislators, decision-makers, and others in their communities.

Register today: https://arcind.my.site.com/s/aln-registration

Did you miss the first session? No worries! We would still love for you to join us 👉https://bit.ly/ALN_2026

Register today and begin exploring the value of:
• Self-advocacy
• Leadership
• Communication
• Storytelling
• Collaboration
• Navigating difficult conversations
• Building confidence in everyday life

There is no better day than today to start building the future you envision!

09/01/2026

When someone turns 18, a lot can shift. Families may start thinking about benefits, work, saving money, decision-making, housing, school transition, and long-term support.

That can feel like a lot, but you do not have to sort it out all at once.

A special needs trust could be an important part of someone’s future planning, and it can often be an important tool for families.

If your family is planning for adulthood, The Arc Master Trust can help you understand where a trust may fit.

Visit thearctrust.org or call 317-977-2375.

09/01/2026

HIP work requirements are coming, and it is important to understand what you may need to do to keep your coverage.

FSSA (My FSSA) in partnership with Covering Kids & Families of Indiana, is hosting public town halls across Indiana to help HIP members, providers, and community partners learn more about the upcoming requirements.

Even though HIP work requirements take full effect in January 2027, members may need to begin tracking qualifying activities as early as October because of the 90-day lookback period.

If you are enrolled in HIP, support someone who is, or work with individuals and families who may be impacted, these town halls may help answer important questions.

Upcoming town halls include Fort Wayne, Muncie, Terre Haute, Evansville, and Indianapolis.

Learn more about HIP work requirements:
https://www.in.gov/fssa/hip/hip-work-requirements/