Foster care for adults can be provided in a family or corporate setting.
Family Adult Foster Care
Family Adult Foster Care is provided in the home of the license holder. The license holder, and their immediate family members, live in the home and provide care to the residents. The license holder must provide the majority of supervision and direct care. Other household members or caregivers may provide occasional assistance.
Due to a high number of license applications and openings in existing homes, new applications will not be accepted in 2024 and informational meetings will not be held. To join our waitlist, complete this brief survey.
Corporate Adult Foster Care
In corporate settings, the license holder does not live in the home where foster care is provided. The homes are operated by corporations and shift staff provide care to the residents.
The state has limited the growth of all types of corporate foster care. This includes:
- Corporate Adult Foster Care (serving seniors 55 and older)
- Community Residential Settings (serving adults with disabilities)
- Child Foster Residence Settings (serving children with disabilities)
For more information, see the
Minnesota Department of Human Services website.
The county does not issue new licenses for corporate applications at the request of providers. Sometimes, the county will license a new corporate foster care for a person who meets certain exception criteria. To be notified of new corporate foster care developments that you may be qualified for, complete the Community Services Vendor Interest Form.
Family Adult Day Services
Family Adult Day Service (FADS) license holders live in the home and provide daytime supports to seniors age 55 and older. The licensed home can also have a Family Adult Foster Care license. Due to low demand, new applications will not be accepted unless the applicant is able to verify at least two active referrals. Please contact adultfostercare@co.dakota.mn.us to inquire about this license.