Click HERE to access the application forms
The Children’s Autism Waiver Program allows children to receive Expanded Habilitation, Education which are in-home services and supports such as Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA), Floor Time, and Relationship Development Intervention (RDI), for a total of up to 3 years. At the conclusion of the 3 years of the intensive in-home services, a child may access ongoing Supplemental Services (for example: respite and goods and services, etc.) that meet the child’s needs and help with the transition out of the intensive portion of the Autism Waiver Program—until the child’s 10th birthday.
This year's open interest period will be held from October 16 - October 30. We strongly encourage families to apply if they have a child who:
-Has a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder
-Resides in Massachusetts
-Under the age of 10
-Has MassHealth Standard (primary or secondary)
Attached you will see a Spanish and English version of the application. You may access other translated versions on the website:
Autism Waiver Service Program Open Request Period 2026 | Mass.gov
The link to fill out the Open Request Application is: 2026 Open Interest Request Form
The QR code to fill out the application is:
New this year, we are now accepting applications through our fax line as well:
Applications will continue to be accepted through regular mail and through email. Mailed applications should be sent to:
DDS Central Office
Attn: Children’s Autism Waiver Program
40 Broad St, 4th Floor
Boston, MA 02109.
Emailed applications should be sent to our new email address: