How Do I Choose An Adult Foster Care Home Or A Home For The Aged?

There are many types of AFC and HFA homes. Before making a decision, it is strongly recommended that you visit the home, talk with the residents , consider the neighborhood and question the provider. The agencies listed below may help you in the selection process:

Local Department of Human Services, Adult Services Unit 
Michigan Department of Human Services, Bureau of Children and Adult Licensing, Licensing Division

Local Community Mental Health Board

Michigan Department of Community Health
Michigan Rehabilitation Services
Citizens for Better Care
Local Office on Services for the Aging

State Office on Services for the Aging

The numbers and addresses are in your local telephone directory.

When selecting an AFC or a HFA home, it is important that you clearly understand the services to be provided and the cost of those services.