Adult Family Care

Adult Family Care

The Adult Family Care (AFC) program helps individuals with medical, physical, or developmental disabilities receive the daily support they need while living at home. It is an alternative to nursing homes, assisted living placements, or residential care.

Caregivers assist with everyday activities such as dressing, bathing, preparing healthy meals, and managing medications, allowing individuals to remain comfortable and supported in familiar surroundings. Being part of a loving family and connected community helps individuals maintain their independence, dignity, and quality of life.

The Arc of the South Shore’s AFC program partners with families and friends who open their homes and hearts to a loved one in need. Through personalized training, monthly visits from a Registered Nurse and Care Manager, ongoing guidance, and financial support, caregivers receive the services they need to provide high-quality care.

Adult Family Care, also known as Adult Foster Care, is funded by MassHealth and offers caregivers a tax-free annual stipend ranging from $10,950–$20,805.

Eligibility:

In order to be eligible for AFC, you must be at least 16 years old, have MassHealth Standard or CommonHealth insurance, and services must be ordered by a primary care physician.

Individuals must require supervision, cueing, or physical assistance throughout entire tasks, including at least one activity of daily living (e.g., eating, toileting, dressing, bathing, transferring, or ambulation).

Requirements:

AFC members live with their caregivers. Caregivers can be parents, siblings, or other family members or friends, ages 18 and older, who can provide 24/7 care in a qualified home setting. Caregivers cannot be the guardian or spouse of the AFC member.

Services & Benefits:

In addition to providing support with activities of daily living and management of behaviors, AFC offers assistance with resources, connections to community programs, and support so that members can live safe, happy, and fulfilled lives. Staff also make referrals to other services such as Adult Day Health, VNA, and hospice services as needed.

The AFC program allows members receiving care to maintain maximum independence while living in a supportive family setting within the community. Caregivers receive an orientation and ongoing training that is tailored to the needs of the member in their care. Our team of RNs and Care Managers provide ongoing education, advocacy, healthcare oversight, and monthly home visits.

Contact:

For more information about AFC, please contact Danielle PremDas at DPremDas@ArcSouthShore.org.