Host Home Provider - Montrose, United States - Community Options

    Community Options
    Community Options Montrose, United States

    3 weeks ago

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    WHAT IS A HOST HOME?

    A Family or individual who opens their homes and hearts to individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities (IDD) by providing them with services and support while owning their own home-based business. Becoming a host home provider and bringing an IDD individual to your family will likely be one of the most rewarding experiences you will ever have.

    WHAT SERVICES DOES A HOST HOME PROVIDE?

    Services will depend on needs and level of support of the individual, but these are some of services a host home may provide:
    • Supervision
    • Personal Care
    • Community involvement through engaging activities
    • Learning how to cook
    • Managing money
    • Coping skills
    • Transportation to and from day programs & medical appointments
    WHAT ARE THE RATES?

    $1,500 - $5,000/month depending on the needs and level of support of the individual (Host homes are independent contractors).
    • Levels of care range from 1- low needs to 6 - high needs.
    • Host home families can serve one to 3 people in their homes.
    • Host home providers also receive a transportation allowance.
    • Payments continue when clients are not in service (hospital stays, visits to family, etc.)
    WHO WILL HELP SUPPORT HOST HOME PROVIDERS?
    • The host home manager will walk alongside you during transition and will be there when you have questions.
    • Community Options, Inc. provides 24 hour on-call for all host homes.
    • We will serve as an advocate for the person(s) you serve and work with you to meet their needs.
    WHAT ABOUT ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES?

    Community Options, Inc. provides:
    • Comprehensive training such as First Aid/CPR & Medication certification, etc.
    • Monitoring for compliance & various reporting
    • Medicaid billing based on monthly invoices
    • Pharmacy liaison and certain nursing services
    REQUIREMENTS TO BE A HOST HOME PROVIDER?
    • Must be at least 18 years old
    • Must be able to pass all background & motor vehicle checks.
    • Must have reliable transportation
    • have a separate bedroom in their home and can pass HUD standards
    If you are interested in learning more about becoming an host home provider, please submit a resume or contact Marilyn at