What does AFH mean in FOSTER & ADOPTION

An adult foster home (AFH) is a care facility where any person age 18 or older can receive personal and custodial care. They are provided with assistance in activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing, and medication administration.

AFHs provide housing for adults who need some degree of assistance with their activities of daily living due to physical, mental, emotional, developmental or cognitive impairment.

At an adult foster home, residents will have access to amenities including housekeeping services, nutritious meals cooked fresh daily by the caregivers, recreational activities and other services designed to meet each resident’s needs.

Choosing the right adult foster home (AFH) for your loved one can be a difficult task but it’s important to ensure they get the best possible care. Researching different facilities and visiting them to see how you feel about each one is essential before making a decision. Check references of past residents when you can and make sure that the caregiver-to-resident ratio is appropriate for your loved ones needs.

The cost of adult foster homes vary depending on location, type of care needed, and level of service required. Generally speaking it averages between $1,500 - $3,500 per month; however prices may range higher or lower depending on specific conditions or customization needed for particular residents.

Yes! Most states offer Medicaid waivers to help cover some or all costs associated with adult foster home services. Additionally many states also offer waiver programs like Cash & Counseling which helps eligible individuals gain greater control over their own care arrangements by providing them with cash instead of services directly from the state agency.

No – AFHs are specifically designed to provide residential care to elderly and disabled people who require assistance with their daily activities. If you are not considered elderly and/or disabled then unfortunately this kind of facility would not be suitable for your needs.

Some AFHs might offer basic medical treatments such as administering medications prescribed by medical professionals; however generally speaking most AFH's will not provide extensive medical support beyond what would be provided by a licensed practitioner outside the facility.