Anyone in a stable home setting (owned or rented) may apply to be a caregiver.

• What are the physical requirements for a home? The home must be clean and in good repair. There must be a separate room with window and door for the client. Bathroom may be shared. Two clients may share a room if it is large enough.
  
  
• Does my home have to be handicap accessible? Only if the client requires such accessibility. Often our clients are fully ambulatory.
  
  
• What geographic area is eligible? We are in Massachusetts and generally cover Essex County towns. If you live outside of that area, contact us to find the program nearest you.
  
  
• Do I have a choice in the client or type of client that I might get? Yes. Our program is completely voluntary. There is a thorough matching process during which the client and caregiver get to know each other and decide if the match is right for them.
  
  
• May I be a caregiver if I have a job? It depends. Often our clients have programs or jobs themselves during the day. If your schedule allows time for proper client attention and care, a job does not disqualify you as a caregiver.
  
  
• Who pays? Adult Foster Care is a MassHealth program. Our clients pay a "room and board" charge (like rent) on the first of the month, and MassHealth pays the rest.
  
  
• How do I find out if I am right for the program? Contact us for information. We are available to answer your questions.