Overview of AFC
Adult Foster Care (AFC) allows individuals who are unable to live alone due to chronic illness, physical and or mental disabilities, or advanced age to stay in their home or the home of a qualified caregiver in order to maximize their life. Caregivers provide support with activities of daily living, in-home supervision, and companionship.
Member/ Client Eligibility:
In order to be eligible for AFC services, you must have either one of these MassHealth coverages ( Standard or CommonHealth), be at least 16 years old, and services must be ordered by a physician. You must also require supervision, cueing, or physical assistance with one of more activities of daily living (ADLs) and/or daily management of behaviors. ADLs include:
- Ambulation
- Dressing/undressing
- Toileting
- Transferring
- Eating/feeding
- Bathing
Caregiver Elegibility:
AFC caregiver can be siblings, parents or non-family adults, ages 18 and older, who has ability to provide 24/7 care in a qualified home setting. Caregivers may not be guardians or the spouse of the AFC participant, and they must complete a comprehensive application process, including a CORI and SORI check, RMV check, medical clearance, and home evaluation.
Caregivers are responsible for completing the following:
- Daily caregiver logs
- Monthly online trainings
- Bi-Annual fire drills with the member
Caregiver Compensation:
Caregivers receive a monthly, tax-free stipend for the care they provide.
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