245D Licensed Services
Minnesota's 245D licensing ensures that providers of home and community-based services meet rigorous standards for quality, safety, and person-centered care. We Care Home Health MN holds a 245D license, which means we have been evaluated and approved by the Minnesota Department of Human Services to provide disability services. This license covers our community living support, individualized home supports, and respite care services. For families, a 245D license is your assurance that the provider has trained staff, proper supervision, individual service plans, and accountability measures in place.
Eligibility
- Individuals receiving services through a Medical Assistance waiver program
- People with developmental disabilities, brain injuries, or mental health conditions
- Individuals whose care plan requires services from a licensed 245D provider
- People referred by their county case manager or care coordinator
Covered services
Individual community living support
Individualized home supports (with and without training)
Respite care (in-home and out-of-home)
Night supervision
Companion services
Family training and support
How to apply
Talk to your case manager or care coordinator about which 245D services are right for you.
Your case manager will help identify the services in your person-centered plan.
Request We Care Home Health MN as your 245D provider. Your case manager can make the referral.
We complete an intake process that includes reviewing your service plan and meeting your family.
Services begin according to your authorized plan, with a support team assigned to your case.
What to confirm before care starts
Time to start services
- Ask about
- What needs to be confirmed first?
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- Discuss authorization, staffing, and a start date
Caregiver consistency
- Ask about
- How are staffing changes handled?
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- Discuss worker fit, continuity, and backup coverage
Referral response
- Ask about
- What happens after a referral?
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- Our team reviews your needs and discusses next steps
Care plan approach
- Ask about
- How will my preferences shape the plan?
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- Plan around your assessed needs and personal goals
Emergency support
- Ask about
- What support is included in my arrangement?
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- Confirm service scope and response arrangements; call 911 for medical emergencies
Communication
- Ask about
- Who should I contact about changes?
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- Agree on contacts and how updates will be shared
Cultural matching
- Ask about
- Can my language and cultural preferences be met?
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- Share your preferences and discuss available staff