Helpful Links & Resources

Available Links

• Department of Human Services (DHS) Licensing Website: Adult Foster Care licensing information.
• DHS Licensed Provider Search: Adult foster care provider lists by county.
• Human Services Licensing Act: To look up the Minnesota Statute 245A for child care licensing. Enter Statute number 245A to retrieve that chapter.
• Adult Foster Care Rule (Rule 203): For information specific to adult foster care.
• Minnesota Department of Public Safety: Fire marshal rules and regulations.
• Reporting of Maltreatment of Vulnerable Adults: Information on definitions, policies, and procedures regarding vulnerable adults.
• Home and Community-Based Services Standards: To view the Minnesota Statute 2013 - Chapter 245D, effective January 1, 2014.

Available Resources

• Alzheimer's Association: The largest national voluntary health organization supporting Alzheimer research and care.
• CPR and First Aid Training Resources
• Fire Extinguisher / Water Test Resources
• Office of the Ombudsman for Long-Term Care
• Office of the Ombudsman for Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities