Child & Adult Developmental Home

Applicants must be 21 years of age or older
All family members must agree to become a CDH / ADH
You must be of honest and reputable character
You must have available space in your home
All adults in the household must be fingerprinted through the Department of Public Safety.
All adults in the household must submit to a background check through the Department of Public Safety and Adult Protective Services
You must provide releases of information to conduct all background checks
All adults in the household must submit a Physician’s Statement
All adults must submit to all other medical testing that may be required by your physician or Family Partners
You must submit immunization records for each child in the home
You must have income or resources to meet the financial needs of the family and show proof of income and other resources
You must complete the training process
You must participate in the interview process when completing your home study
You must have reliable transportation and current insurance and registration
Your home must pass the state inspection
You must be able to meet the needs of the children or adults placed in your home

Provide a furnished bedroom (there are certain restrictions on sharing bedrooms)
Ensure all health and nutritional needs are met
Include the individual in all family activities and routines
Protect the individual from harm and exploitation
Assist the individual in developing and fostering personal relationships
Provide an opportunity for the individual to pursue their own religious beliefs
Provide transportation to meet their educational, medical, habilitation, employment, therapeutic, and social needs
Assist the individual with day to day concerns in regards to school, work, friends, and family
Provide positive reinforcement and encouragement
Ensure appropriate hygiene and attire
Prepare for and participate in IEP, IFSP, and ISP meetings and carry out assignments from the meetings
Complete required paperwork in a timely fashion
Ensure that all of the individual’s rights are respected and that they are treated fairly and humanely
Advocate for what is in the best interest of the individual

Child Developmental Home Providers care for children who cannot live with their natural family and help them achieve permanency either through reunification with their parents, adoption, or another court-ordered plan.
Adult Developmental Home Providers open their homes and their hearts to an adult with developmental disabilities to teach them important skills and to help them live satisfying and successful lives.