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New York Social Care Networks under Medicaid 1115 waiver

New York's Social Care Networks connect eligible Medicaid members to health-related social needs services such as nutrition, housing, transportation, and care-navigation supports.

New York · Implementing · Implementation Jun 4, 2026

What it is

What changed
The NYHER 1115 waiver's Social Care Networks are moving from waiver authority into operational screening and referral infrastructure for eligible Medicaid members.
Why it matters
Families may encounter a new doorway for food, housing, transportation, and social-care referrals, but eligibility and navigation details can add paperwork if not explained plainly.
Who it touches
Family caregivers, Care providers and plans, People receiving careMedicaid managed care members, family caregivers, older adults, disabled people, social care providers

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Last reviewed Jun 18, 2026. This is information, not legal advice; check the source for the current text.