Caregivers

AFC caregivers are thoroughly pre- screened and qualified as a family member or a nonrelated individual. Caregivers must be at least 18 years of age and determined to be responsible and capable of making precise decisions.

In addition to active supervision and assistance, the caregiver will monitor and report any changes in the member’s health or well-being to the AFC program staff and submit all required documentation. The member and caregiver reside in an environment that meets qualified setting guidelines.

Through the Adult Foster Care Program, qualified caregivers are paid a MassHealth tax-free stipend. The AFC member may pay room and board determined on an individualized basis.

• Caregivers for the AFC Program at Tempus Unlimited, Inc. are independent contractors who provide direct care to members of the program.  All care is provided in a home setting that is screened according to stated AFC regulations.
• Often caregivers are family members or friends of the individual being served. A restriction is the caregiver cannot be the relative and the legal guardian of the person being served.  AFC Regulations 130 CMR 408.402 also include the following restrictions as defined; (Family Member – a spouse, parent of a minor member, including adoptive parent, or any legally responsible relative of the member.) Parent of 16-17 year old has parental guardianship until child is 18 years old.
• The MassHealth payment to caregivers is a tax-free stipend. Level I and Level II service payment is determined by the MDS evaluation and additional clinical assessments. Service payments for Level l is $30.00 per day. Level ll payment is $ 53.00 per day.