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Foster/Companion Care
The Foster/Companion Care Program provides assistance with daily living skills in a manner similar to residential programs, but is an alternative housing option for developmentally disabled adults who prefer to be in a family environment. Services can be provided by a consumer's own family or by a contracted foster care provider.
Eligibility
In order to participate in a foster care program, individuals must be enrolled
in the Home and Community-Based Services (HCS) Program which has the following
qualifications:
Family Obligations
Families are recruited based on their interest in the program
and their ability to provide a stable family atmosphere for clients.
The families are expected to provide a 24-hour living arrangement
with room, board and supervision for consumers who will be involved
in a day program or employed during the day. Services to the consumer
may also include minimal help with personal care tasks, help with
activities of daily living, and providing or arranging for transportation.
The program provides families with a monthly stipend. Stipends cover room, board, clothing and incidentals for the client. Major purchases, unreimbursed medical and dental expenses, and respite care costs can be reimbursed (with prior approval) through other program support.
Family Qualifications
Families are expected to take part in a home study evaluation
process to ensure their ability to provide services to the consumer.
They are evaluated on the health and safety of the proposed environment
as well as the financial stability of the family. Families take part
in an individual preparation process that provides information regarding
general aspects of the developmentally disabled as well as client-specific
information about the prospective consumer. Consumers participate in trial
visits with the family, including overnight visits, prior to placement.
Please click here
to contact Empowerment Options about the Foster/Companion Care Program.