Adult Foster Care Program (AFC)
Benefits
Benefits of the AFC program should be thought of on two levels: Benefits to the individual in need of care and the benefits received by the caregiver.
Care recipients receive supervision, and assistance with day-to-day activities, such as feeding, bathing, dressing and mobility. They can also receive assistance with other activities, such as transportation, med reminders. They also benefit by living in a family home with care being provided by someone with whom they are comfortable and familiar.
Care providers receive a tax-free compensation for their caregiving efforts. In the case of family members, caregivers are paid for work that they would have likely provided for free. The AFC Program offers two levels of compensation, depending on the care needs of the individual.
Caregiver Services
Assisting Client with Activities of Daily Living (ADLS):
- Feeding
- Bathing
- Toileting
- Personal Hygiene
- Dressing and Grooming
- Ambulation and Transfers
Assisting client with Instrumental Activities of Daily Living (IADLS):
- Meal Preparation
- Shopping and Errands
- Laundry & Housekeeping
- Assisting with cognitive or behavioral needs
- Maintaining participant safety 24 hours / 7 days a week.
- Cueing or reminders to take medications.
- Supporting services e.g., doctor’s appointments, transportation etc.
Eligibility
Clients
- At least 16 years of age.
- Recipient of care must be a Massachusetts resident.
- Need assistance with at least one or more activities of daily living (ADL).
Caregivers
- Must be 18 years of age.
- Can be a family relative or friend, but not a spouse.
- May reside and provide care in the same home as the client.
