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Local parents and providers warn of service cuts and financial strain as Medicaid rules shift
Summary
Members and providers told the council they are worried that pending Medicaid eligibility changes and implementation (beginning 2026) could reduce services, add reauthorization burdens and force agencies to restructure because of a new three‑month liquid reserve certification requirement.
Parents and provider representatives raised urgent concerns at the Sept. 22 Clackamas County IDD Advisory Council meeting about possible Medicaid changes and new state certification rules that could force agencies to reorganize or close.
A parent representative said she is "hearing it seems like it's changing all the time" and worried about reductions in services and changes to paid parental caregiving if federal or state Medicaid rules change. County staff responded that many details are still in flux and recommended making…
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