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CFSS
What is Community First Services and Supports (CFSS)?
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What is CFSS?
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Benefits of CFSS
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CFSS coverage
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Why Choose Blue Star Home Care for Your CFSS?
Community First Services and Supports (CFSS) is a Minnesota healthcare program that offers more options for different needs of people.
Starting Oct 1, 2024, CFSS will replace the Personal Care Assistance (PCA) and the Consumer Support Grant (CSG) programs.
Benefits of CFSS:
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Flexibility: Care plans that meet unique needs.
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Independence: Support independent living.
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Family Involvement: Spouses and parents can be paid caregivers.
CFSS Coverage:
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Daily Living Activities: Help with eating, bathing, grooming, and mobility.
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Health-Related Tasks: Help with medications and other medical needs.
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Instrumental Activities of Daily Living: Help with cooking, shopping, laundry, and more.
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Behavioral Support: Observation and redirection as needed.
The Two Models of CFSS:
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Budget Model: Directly hire and manage caregivers.
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Agency Provider Model: Use a provider like Rainbow Home Health Care to deliver services.
Why Choose Rainbow Home Healthcare for CFSS Needs?:
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20 years of home health care experience
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500+ trusted families in the Twin Cities
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5-Star Google and Facebook Reviews
CFSS allows individuals to manage their unique care while accessing the support they need to live independently at home and in their communities.
If you currently receive PCA or CSG services, CFSS will become an option after your next annual reassessment.
Starting October 1, 2024, you can undergo an assessment to determine your eligibility for CFSS.You can discuss your options with your lead agency or contact Rainbow Home Healthcare at 651-778-0562. We will provide more information and guide you through the transition to CFSS.
If you're using PCA or CSG services, you will continue receiving them for up to six months while transitioning to CFSS.
More transition Information Here: Minnesota Department of Human Services.
Homemaker services
🌈 What Are Homemaker Services? A Helpful Guide for Families & Caregivers
When caring for a loved one, especially older adults or individuals with medical conditions, everyday tasks can become overwhelming. That’s where homemaker services come in—a vital support service that helps maintain comfort, dignity, and safety in a person’s own home.
At Rainbow Home Healthcare, we’re proud to offer compassionate, dependable Homemaker/Assistance as part of our broader Home Care Program.
You will Learn:
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What are homemaker services?
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What do homemaker services include?
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Who can benefit from homemaker services?
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How much does it cost?
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Start with Rainbow’s homemaker services
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Why choose Rainbow?
🏠 What Are Homemaker Services?
Homemaker services are non-medical in-home care supports that assist with household activities, meal preparation, laundry services, and more. These services help individuals remain independent in their primary residence and are often used as part of long-term care or respite services.
They are especially helpful for:
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Older adults
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People recovering from illness or surgery
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Individuals with disabilities
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Primary caregivers who need time to recharge
🧹 What Do Homemaker Services Include?
Rainbow’s Homemaker Program is designed to support daily life and improve the quality of life for both clients and their family members. Services may include:
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Meal planning and meal preparation
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Grocery shopping and running errands
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Laundry services, including bed linens
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General cleaning and tidying
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Help with phone calls or case management
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Safety checks like smoke detectors and home organization
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Light home management tasks such as bill sorting
All services are customized based on a needs assessment and delivered by qualified homemaker providers, Home Care Aides, or individual providers.
💡 Who Can Benefit from Homemaker Services?
Whether you're a primary caregiver supporting someone with ADLs (Activities of Daily Living) or an older adult looking to stay independent, homemaker cleaning services and home supportive services can be life-changing.
These services are often coordinated through:
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Home health agencies
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Community services
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Government websites
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Waiver programs
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In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS)
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Rehabilitation Services
Some clients also receive Homemaker/home management providers through local Social Services or community supports.
💵 What Does It Cost?
The hourly rate for homemaker services varies based on your location, service needs, and provider. Some services are fully or partially covered through:
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Medicaid Waiver programs
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Private insurance
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Veterans benefits
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County or state programs (check your ZIP code)
We’ll work with you to explore your options and match you with the right services at the right price.
📝 How to Get Started with Rainbow’s Homemaker Services
Starting is simple. Rainbow Home Healthcare offers a free needs assessment to help determine the best In-Home Service plan for you or your loved one.
📞 Call us: (651) 778-0562
📧 Email address: info@rainbowhhc.com
🌐 Visit: www.rainbowhhc.com
🌈 Why Rainbow?
We’re more than a provider—we’re a partner in care. Whether you're navigating caregiving, recovering from illness, or supporting a parent, our Home Services are built to empower you and your family with safety, support, and peace of mind.
At Rainbow Home Healthcare, we’re here to help you feel at home—wherever home may be.
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