Adults and Aging Services: Services: Department of Human Services: State of North Dakota

Aging Services - Publications

Home and Community Based Services
In-home services are funded for the purpose of maximizing independent living for individuals choosing such services in lieu of long-term care in a nursing facility. Services are funded by the Special Payments for the Elderly and Disabled (SPED) Program, Expanded SPED Program, or the Medicaid Waiver.

Case Management
The provision of specialized assistance based on the findings of a comprehensive assessment for the individual desiring help in selecting and obtaining services and coordinating the delivery of services.
HCBS Case Management

Adult Family Foster Care & Licensing
Provides 24-hour foster care in a family setting to an adult who is determined to be unable to function independently by having been screened for skilled or intermediate long-term care. The care is provided in a licensed private home.
Adult Family Foster Care Information

Family Home Care
Payments are available to adult family members for the care of an eligible elderly or disabled individual as an alternative to nursing home care.
Family Home Care Information

Homemaker Services
The provision of non-personal care tasks such as housekeeping and laundry, which enables the individual to maintain or develop the independence needed to remain in their own home.
Homemaker Service

Respite Care
Provides temporary relief to the individual’s primary caregiver for a specified period of time. The caregiver is relieved of the stresses and demands associated with providing continuous daily care.
Respite Care

Children’s Special Health Services
The provision of medical assistance to children under the age of 21 years who have a qualifying medical condition and who meet family income guidelines.
Children's Special Health Services

Health Tracks
Provides a comprehensive health screening for children eligible for Medicaid. Needed follow-up care is identified and assistance provided with scheduling medical appointments.
Health Tracks

Child/Day Care Licensing and Registration
Provides licensing to individuals and group care facilities in accordance with North Dakota Century Code and North Dakota Administrative Code.
Licensing