Disability Rights Arizona has reviewed the changes recently announced by the AHCCCS and DDD. Based on our review, DRAZ believes these changes will have negative effects on children that require these HCBS services.
In many cases, children will see significant cuts to their previously approved service hours, and under these updated policies may now be ineligible for assessment based on categorical age cut-offs.
In response, DRAZ has produced the attached self-advocacy guide to assist children with disabilities and their families impacted by these changes.
Please see this link for more information: https://disabilityrightsaz.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Self-Advocacy-Resources-final.pdf
