What is an Adult Care Home (ACH)?
Adult (Foster) Care Homes (referred to on this website as Adult Care Homes) are small, homelike, licensed homes which provide a private or shared bedroom, private or shared bathroom, meals, and care and services for up to five adult residents. The homes are regular houses located in residential neighborhoods. Each home has a single operator who sometimes employs additional caregivers and employees; often the staff are family members. All staff have experience and receive training, but do not necessarily have a specific medical credential. Some homes are operated by registered nurses, physicians, or other medical professionals. The Adult Care Home setting is homelike with common living areas, home cooked meals, interaction with the operator’s family, and the opportunity to socialize with the other residents. A resident’s friends and family may visit regularly. The operator’s children may be present in the home. Care provided typically includes assistance with bathing, dressing, eating,
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