Frequently Asked Questions

Q: When should Adult Residential Care be considered?

A: Most people would like to remain in their own home as long as possible. However, sometimes it becomes too difficult to carry out the tasks of everyday life even with the help of others. Adult residential community care offers the benefits of supportive assistance and care in a homelike setting.

Any combination of these indicators may mean that you or someone you know could benefit from the services offered by an adult foster home:

Difficulty preparing meals or maintaining adequate nutrition;

Forgetting to take medications or taking the wrong medications or difficulty remembering people, places or other things that were once familiar

Inability to manage daily personal needs such as bathing, dressing, shopping, cooking, laundry or transportation;

Bruising, scratches or other injuries resulting from falls;

Chronic or recurring episodes of illness or rehabilitation;

Family and friends are no longer able to provide care and support.

Q: What can residents expect from a Caregiver?

A: Caregivers must:

  • Be able to provide 24-hour care.
  • Be financially stable
  • Have a safe home with a loving and stimulating environment.
  • Attend educational updates.
  • Have transportation available for resident’s appointments and activities.
  • Work closely with the case management team and follow a plan of care approved by the physician.
  • Follow state policies, procedures and contractual agreements with inspections supervised by the Department of Health and/or Human Services.