Medicaid accepted
Penn Village accepts Medicaid through Community HealthChoices.
Penn Village Adult Day Care is a licensed adult day center at 200-220 W. Chelten Avenue in Germantown. Members spend the day with us for activities, hot meals, nursing oversight and good company, and our vans bring them from home and back.
In Pennsylvania, Medicaid pays for adult day care through a program called Community HealthChoices (CHC). We accept all three CHC plans in Philadelphia, and our team helps families through the application from the first phone call.
Why families choose us
What your family member gets at Penn Village.
Most of the families who call us are looking for a safe, social place for someone they love to spend the day. Here is what that looks like here.
Plans we accept
Which Medicaid plans does Penn Village accept?
Community HealthChoices is run by three managed care plans in Philadelphia. Penn Village accepts all three. If your family member already has one of these cards, adult day care can be added to their plan.
Not sure which plan they have? It is printed on their insurance card. Read it to us over the phone and we will tell you the next step.
What Medicaid covers
What Medicaid pays for at Penn Village.
When adult day care is part of a Community HealthChoices service plan, the plan pays Penn Village directly. For most families, that means little or nothing out of pocket for:
The number of days per week is set in your family member's service plan. Many members start with two or three days. Read more about how many days a week works best.
Eligibility
Does my family member qualify for Medicaid adult day care?
Community HealthChoices looks at three things. Your family member usually needs a yes to all three.
Do they already have Medicaid, or could they qualify?
People who have both Medicare and Medicaid are often already enrolled in Community HealthChoices without realizing it.
Do they need help during the day?
The state checks whether they need help with things like bathing, dressing, medications, moving around or staying safe. This is done through an assessment at home.
Do they meet the income and asset limits?
Pennsylvania sets income and asset limits that change each year. Their home and car usually do not count. We can point you to the current figures when you call.
Adult day programs are licensed differently, so call and ask what our license covers for your family member. We will give you a straight answer on the first call.
How to apply
How to get Medicaid to pay for adult day care, step by step.
- Call Penn Village first.
Tell us about your family member and which insurance they have. We will tell you which of the steps below you can skip. - Call the PA Independent Enrollment Broker.
This is the state's starting point for Community HealthChoices services at 1-877-550-4227. They send a form for your family member's doctor to sign. - Complete the in-home assessment.
Someone visits your family member at home to confirm they need help during the day. - The County Assistance Office reviews finances.
If they do not already have Medicaid, you can apply online through COMPASS or by phone at 1-866-550-4355. - Choose a plan and meet the service coordinator.
Pick one of the three plans above. Ask the service coordinator to add adult day care at Penn Village to the service plan. - Start attending.
We set up the pickup schedule and welcome them on their first day.
Already have Community HealthChoices?
Call your family member's service coordinator and ask for adult day services at Penn Village. That one call can be all it takes. We are happy to make that call with you at 267-437-2898.
Helpful numbers
Phone numbers you may need during the application.
Inside the center
What the center looks like.
One floor in Germantown, with room for games, crafts, music, a quiet lounge and lunch together in the middle of the day.
Take a virtual tour
Walk through the center on video.
See the activity areas, dining room and lounge before you visit in person.
Once you have toured the center virtually, give us a call to set up an in-person tour, or schedule one online.
Common questions
Questions families ask about Medicaid and adult day care.
Does Medicaid pay for adult day care in Pennsylvania?
Yes. Pennsylvania Medicaid pays for adult day care through Community HealthChoices for people who meet the medical and financial requirements. The service is added to the person's service plan and the plan pays the center directly.
Is Penn Village a Medicaid-approved adult day care?
Yes. Penn Village accepts all three Community HealthChoices plans in Philadelphia: Keystone First Community HealthChoices, PA Health & Wellness and UPMC Community HealthChoices.
Does Medicare pay for adult day care?
Original Medicare does not pay for adult day care. Medicaid, VA benefits and some long-term care insurance policies can. See will Medicare pay for adult day care for more detail.
How long does it take to get approved?
It depends on whether your family member already has Medicaid. If they already have Community HealthChoices, adult day care can often be added quickly through their service coordinator. A new application takes longer because it includes an assessment and a financial review. Call us and we will help you keep it moving.
Can someone with dementia use Medicaid for adult day care?
Yes, if they meet the requirements. Many of our members living with dementia attend through Community HealthChoices. Read about our dementia day program.
What if my family member is a veteran?
Veterans may be able to use VA benefits instead of, or alongside, Medicaid. See our page on VA adult day care.
What does adult day care cost without Medicaid?
As a general estimate, adult day care in the Philadelphia area commonly costs around $75 to $150 per day. Call us to confirm current pricing. Read more about what senior day care costs.