What AlwaysHere is, in funding terms
AlwaysHere is assistive technology powered by AI. Federal law defines an assistive technology device as any item, piece of equipment, or product system, whether acquired commercially, modified, or customized, that is used to increase, maintain, or improve functional capabilities of individuals with disabilities. That definition comes from the Assistive Technology Act, 29 U.S.C. § 3002.
AlwaysHere maps to it directly: it increases and maintains functional capability in daily routines, communication, memory, and safety.
Assistive technology is not a medical device. Whether AlwaysHere is covered is decided by your program and your case manager, and some programs ask for an evaluation by an occupational therapist, speech-language pathologist, or assistive technology professional. We will prepare the documentation either way.
What this may mean for cost
If your loved one already has a Medicaid waiver or self-directed budget, it may be able to pay for AlwaysHere. Families also use ABLE accounts, special needs trusts, HSA or FSA accounts, and caregiver programs. On your call we will help you sort out what fits and prepare the recommendation letter your case manager needs. Depending on the state, a waiver plan may cover it as assistive technology, enabling technology, or individual-directed goods and services.
Eligibility is decided by your program and your case manager, not by us. We prepare the paperwork either way.
How waivers pay
AlwaysHere may fit inside an approved plan as assistive technology, enabling technology, or an individual-directed service. The exact category depends on your state, waiver, case manager, and person-centered plan.
Most waivers have waitlists, and coverage is decided by your program. If your loved one is not on a waiver yet, see other ways to pay.
Programs families ask about
- Minnesota CDCS and CSG
- Ohio DODD Assistive Technology
- Missouri Technology First
- Tennessee Enabling Technology
- Indiana FSW and CIH
- California Self-Determination Program
- ABLE accounts
The letter
Ask on your free 15 minute call. We will give you a plain-language recommendation letter describing what AlwaysHere does, how it helps the person's goals, and why the requested plan is appropriate.
We invoice your FMS
We invoice your Financial Management Service on request, so the paperwork does not land on you.
Free. No credit card. We set up the account and our AI voice calls your phone.
