A personal approach
A care plan shaped around the individual, with family and care-team involvement.
ADULT FOSTER CARE · WORCESTER, MASSACHUSETTS
Life is better
with care.
And together.
The comfort of home. The people you love.
Adult Foster Care, with you at the center.
Adult foster care brings daily support into a familiar home, with guidance for the people providing care.
Caring Today. Better Together.
Familiar faces.
A place to belong.
A little support. A world of difference.
Care in a familiar home Support for caregivers Connection to everyday life
A GOOD PLACE TO BEGIN
Every care journey is personal.
Let’s start with yours.
Whether you need care, provide it, or help someone find it, there’s a next step for you.
FOR INDIVIDUALS & FAMILIESSupport for someone
Your care makes
A thoughtful
Support for someone
you love.
Understand adult foster care and explore what care at home could look like.
Explore care at home FOR CAREGIVERSYour care makes
a difference.
Learn about the guidance and support that can help you care with confidence.
Find caregiver support FOR REFERRAL PARTNERSA thoughtful
next step in care.
Connect with our team to discuss the program and the referral process.
Referral information
WHAT IS ADULT FOSTER CARE?
More support.
Still your life.
Home is more than a place. It’s your routines, your relationships, and the little things that make a day your own.
Through adult foster care, a person who needs help with everyday activities lives with a qualified caregiver in a private home. Nursing oversight and care management support that care.
Worcester AFC helps you explore that possibility with a personal conversation about your needs and the next steps.
Get answers to common questionsSUPPORT THAT FITS EVERYDAY LIFE
Care for the person.
Not just the day.
Start with the individual: their needs, their preferences, and what helps them feel comfortable at home.
Talk about your needsHelp with daily routines
Support with everyday activities such as bathing, dressing, eating, and getting around.
Guidance along the way
Nursing oversight and care management help caregivers understand and respond to care needs.
Room for life to change
Ongoing conversations help keep support aligned with the person’s changing needs.
Your routines.
Your possibilities.
Your possibilities.
THE EVERYDAY THINGS ARE THE BIG THINGS
Support for today.
Room to be you.
A familiar routine can make a day feel more like your own.
Adult Foster Care supports eligible people who need hands-on help, or cueing and supervision, with everyday personal-care activities. Support is shaped around the individual’s assessed needs and care plan.
Getting ready with dignity
Assistance with personal care, bathing and dressing can help make everyday routines more manageable while respecting the person’s preferences.
Feeling comfortable at home
Help with moving around the home, transfers or eating may be part of the plan, depending on the support the person needs.
Keeping the person at the center
AFC brings support into a shared home. The person’s routines, choices and relationships remain an important part of the conversation.
CONNECTED CARE, BUILT AROUND A PERSON
A circle of support.
A shared sense of purpose.
Adult Foster Care connects daily support at home with professional guidance along the way.
The live-in caregiver
A qualified caregiver shares a home with the member and provides the daily assistance described in the care plan.
Understand the caregiver role ↗The registered nurse
Nursing assessment, oversight and guidance support the member’s care needs and help caregivers understand changes.
Learn about the care approach ↗The care manager
Care planning and ongoing communication help connect the member, caregiver and the broader support team.
Explore referral information ↗FOR THE PEOPLE WHO SHOW UP, EVERY DAY
You care for them.
You deserve support, too.
Caring for someone is personal. Having someone to turn to can make all the difference.
Explore the AFC caregiver role, the qualifications involved, and the training and guidance available through the program.
- Understand the live-in caregiver role
- Learn about training and ongoing guidance
- Discuss program requirements and next steps
CARE CONNECTED TO REAL LIFE
The places you know.
The people you love.
The life that’s yours.
Care begins with daily needs. The conversation should also make room for what matters to you: familiar faces, personal routines and a sense of belonging.
Tell us what matters to youONE STEP AT A TIME
A conversation is a good start.
You don’t need to have every answer before reaching out.
Tell us what you’re looking for
Start with a call about your situation and what you hope care at home could make possible.
Explore the fit together
Discuss the care needs, living arrangement, and program requirements that shape the next step.
Understand the path forward
Get guidance on the assessment and enrollment process. Participation depends on eligibility and approval.
YOU DON’T HAVE TO FIGURE IT OUT ALONE
Make your first call
a little easier.
You can start with questions. A general conversation helps you understand the program before moving into an individual assessment.
Start a conversationA FEW HELPFUL THINGS TO THINK ABOUT
01
What does a typical day look like?Think about the activities where help or reminders would make a difference.
02
Who is part of the picture?Consider the living arrangement and the people currently providing support.
03
What would you like to understand?Ask about program requirements, assessment and the next steps for your situation.
Start with your town and general questions. The team can explain how to share any needed documents.
A LITTLE KNOWLEDGE. MORE CONFIDENCE.
Find your way
through the questions.
Clear information for families, caregivers and the professionals helping them take the next step.
01 / UNDERSTAND
Could Adult Foster Care be a fit?
Learn about care needs, shared-home arrangements and individual eligibility review.
Explore the program 02 / PROVIDE CAREWhat does being a caregiver involve?
Understand daily responsibilities and how professional guidance supports the role.
Meet the caregiver role 03 / GO DEEPERRead the MassHealth AFC fact sheet.
Visit the official Massachusetts resource for an overview of the program.
Visit Mass.gov (opens in a new tab)A LITTLE CLARITY GOES A LONG WAY
Good questions.
A caring place to ask.
Still have a question? We’re here to help you find your next step.
Connect with Worcester AFCIs adult foster care provided in a facility?
AFC is provided in a private home where the member and a qualified caregiver live together. It is different from a nursing facility or a daytime care program.
Who may qualify for the AFC program?
The Massachusetts program generally serves eligible MassHealth members age 16 and older who need help or cueing and supervision with at least one daily living activity. Other clinical, coverage, and living-arrangement requirements apply.
Can a family member be the caregiver?
A qualified family member may be able to provide AFC care. Spouses and legal guardians are excluded under MassHealth’s published guidance. Ask the team about your circumstances and the applicable caregiver requirements.
Where does Worcester AFC provide services?
Start with our Worcester office. Contact the team to confirm whether your town is within the current service area.
How do I make a professional referral?
Call the team to discuss the referral process and arrange the appropriate way to share documentation. Please don’t send medical records through ordinary email.
View referral contact details
BRING YOUR CARE TO OUR TEAM
A little of your time.
A difference in someone’s life.
Compassion belongs in the everyday details. Explore the kind of work that supports individuals, families, and caregivers.
Explore careersLET’S FIND YOUR NEXT STEP
A little conversation.
A lot of possibility.
Tell us what brings you here. We’ll help you understand where to begin.
START WITH A CONVERSATION(617) 221-6214Your questions are welcome. Let’s talk through them.
GENERAL QUESTIONSinfo@worcesterafc.comCall to arrange sharing private care information.