What is CFSS?

Community First Services and Supports (CFSS) is a Minnesota health care program that promotes greater independence for individuals in their homes and communities. CFSS replaces the Personal Care Assistance (PCA) program and the Consumer Support Grant (CSG) to offer more flexible, person-centered options for care.

Key Benefits of CFSS:

• Flexibility: Tailored care plans that meet unique needs.

  
  

• Independence: Supports individuals to live more independently.

  
  

• Family Involvement: Spouses and parents of minors can be paid caregivers.

Services Covered:

• Daily Living Activities: Assistance with eating, bathing, grooming, and mobility.

  
  

• Health-Related Tasks: Help with self-administered medications and medical needs.

  
  

• Instrumental Activities of Daily Living: Support with cooking, shopping, laundry, and more.

  
  

• Behavioral Support: Observation and redirection as needed. CFSS gives people the choice to manage their care through two models:

  
  

• Budget Model: Directly hire and manage caregivers.

  
  

• Agency Provider Model: Use a provider like Blue Star Home Care to deliver services.

Summary

CFSS empowers individuals to take control of their care while ensuring access to the support they need to thrive in their homes and communities.