Empathy-driven with a person-centered approach.
Basic waivered services

Everyday support.
More independence.

Practical help at home and in your community, built around your routines and individual needs.

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Everyday independence

What support can look like.

Services are shaped by individual needs, eligibility, authorization, and availability.

01 / Basic waivered services

Homemaking

A helping hand around the home.

Help with household tasks such as light cleaning, laundry, meal preparation, and home organization. Support is tailored to the person’s approved needs to help maintain a comfortable, functional home.

02 / Basic waivered services

Respite

Time to recharge for caregivers.

Short-term care when a family member or primary caregiver is away or needs a break. It supports the person receiving care while their usual caregiver rests or attends to other responsibilities.

03 / Basic waivered services

Night supervision

Support through the night.

Overnight assistance from an awake staff member in the person’s home. Support may include monitoring and help with nighttime needs, as described in the authorized service plan.

04 / Basic waivered services

Individualized home supports without training

Everyday assistance, centered on you.

Support with community participation, health and safety, and household routines at home or in the community. This service provides assistance without the skills-training component of intensive home supports.

05 / Basic waivered services

Individual community living supports

More confidence living at home.

Reminders, cues, supervision, or physical assistance to help a person remain in their home. Support may address daily routines, personal care, and household responsibilities based on individual needs.

06 / Basic 245D service

24-hour Emergency Assistance

On-call support when an unexpected need arises.

On-call help for health or personal emergencies at home that do not involve injury or immediate danger.

Tier 1 — Phone supportGuidance and problem-solving over the phone.
Tier 2 — In-person supportIncludes an in-person visit to provide assistance at home.

Support follows the person’s authorized plan. This service does not replace 911.

Services depend on assessed needs, authorization, and availability. Explore Affinity’s Emergency Assistance support

Getting started

Let’s make the
next step clearer.

Contact our team to discuss your situation and confirm which services are currently available.

Making a referral for someone?
How do I know if this service is right for me?

Start by talking with our team about your goals. If you have a case manager or care coordinator, include them in the conversation.

What should I have ready?

It helps to know which service you are interested in, your general location, and whether you already have a care coordinator. Call to discuss personal information.

Can I ask questions before starting?

Yes. Call (612) 259-7064 to explore your options. A conversation does not commit you to starting services.

Let’s find your way forward

A conversation is a good place to start.

Tell us what matters to you. We’ll help you explore the next step.