Indiana’s Money Follows the Person Program: A Fresh Start at Home
Indiana’s Money Follows the Person Program: A Fresh Start at Home
Leaving a nursing facility can feel both exciting and overwhelming. Many Hoosiers want to return to their own homes or move into a more independent living situation, but they aren’t sure how to afford the care they’ll need once they do.
That’s where Indiana’s Money Follows the Person (MFP) program steps in.
Through MFP, Medicaid helps individuals safely transition from institutions like nursing homes back into the community — and Kompassionate Care Services is here to make sure that move is as smooth, safe, and supported as possible.
What Is the Money Follows the Person (MFP) Program?
Money Follows the Person (MFP) is a federally funded Medicaid program that helps people move out of institutions and into home-based or community-based living — without losing access to the care services they rely on.
The goal of MFP is to rebalance long-term care, shifting support from nursing homes to home settings where people can live more freely and maintain dignity, privacy, and choice.
Who Qualifies?
To be eligible for the MFP program in Indiana, an individual must:
- Be currently living in an institutional setting (such as a nursing facility)
- Have lived there for at least 60 consecutive days
- Be eligible for Medicaid at the time of discharge
- Have a safe, qualified residence to return to (such as a home, apartment, or family home)
The program is open to adults and children with physical disabilities, traumatic brain injuries, or intellectual/developmental disabilities — depending on waiver eligibility.
What Services Are Covered?
Once transitioned, MFP participants can receive services similar to what’s available under Indiana Medicaid waiver programs, such as:
- Attendant care
- Personal assistance
- Home and community assistance
- Case management
- Respite care
- Structured family caregiving (where applicable)
- Environmental modifications
- Transportation
- Habilitation or skills training
The specific services are tailored to the individual’s needs and will vary based on the Medicaid waiver they transition into (such as TBI, CIH, or FSW).
How Kompassionate Care Supports MFP Participants
At Kompassionate Care Services, we are an approved Medicaid provider under the MFP program in Indiana. We help individuals and families:
- Understand the options available to them
- Coordinate a safe and supported transition home
- Receive in-home care from trained, supervised, and compassionate staff
- Maintain stability and wellness long after the move
We know this transition is more than a discharge — it’s a fresh start. Our role is to help you or your loved one step confidently into a safer, more independent life at home.
Why Work With Kompassionate?
- Veteran-owned and Indianapolis-based — not a franchise
- Licensed, bonded, and insured
- Local caregivers with ongoing support and supervision
- We are known for kindness, knowledge, and keeping promises
- 5-star reviews from both clients and caregivers
When you're transitioning from a nursing home or facility, having the right provider already in place can make all the difference in your outcome.
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