These are services that provide the level of assistance, supervision and care that is necessary to ensure the health and safety of the person. Each is linked to the section in the Community-Based Services Manual with operational details about that specific service. Information about services requiring a license are in the Community-Based Services Program Manual.
- Individual community living supports (ICLS): For people who need reminders, cues intermittent/moderate supervision or physical assistance to remain in their own homes.
- Companion services: Non-medical care, supervision and socialization to a person age 18 or older.
- Homemaker services: Eligible services range from light household cleaning to household cleaning with incidental assistance with home management and/or activities of daily living.
- Night supervision: Provides overnight assistance and monitoring by an awake staff in the person’s home.
- In-Home supports: Services provided in the person’s home or community in support of achieving potential, increasing independence and meeting community inclusion goals.
- Respite care services: Short-term care due to the absence or need for relief of the family member(s) or primary caregiver normally providing the care.
General Resources for Providers and People Receiving Services…
Positive Supports Minnesota – approaches that offer respectful, supportive, and effective ways to help people make positive changes in their lives
DHS Positive Supports – strength-based strategies developed after individualized assessment to teach productive and self-determined skills or alternative strategies and behaviors without the use of restrictive interventions
Person-centered practices – learn more about how Minnesota is moving toward person-centered practices in all areas of service delivery
Disability Hub MN – free statewide resource network that helps people solve problems, navigate the system, and plan for the future
HCBS programs and services – an overview of eligibility rules, benefits, and application process for people to receive home and community-based services
Minnesota Adult Abuse Reporting Center (MAARC) for mandated reporters – links to online reporting and the MAARC Report Guide for information on using the online reporting system
State of Minnesota – The Office of the Revisor of Statutes – all state statues, laws, and rules are available online.
Minnesota Health Care Programs (MHCP) Provider Manual – primary information sources for MHCP coverage policies, rates, and billing procedures
MHCP Call Center – 651-431-2700 or 1-800-366-5411
245D-HCBS and related training
Training resources
DirectCourse: College of Direct Support – online curriculum that focuses on improving knowledge, promoting high-quality services and helping people lead more self-directed lives.
Maltreatment of Minors or Vulnerable Adults – online training form mandated reporters. This provides training about applicable state laws, license holders must also train their staff on their policies including all internal policies and procedures related to the prevention and reporting of maltreatment and program abuse prevention plan.
TrainLink: Disability Services Division Learning Center – upcoming courses and classes.