Group Adult Foster Care (GAFC)

Group Adult Foster Care (GAFC) by Vine Home Healthcare empowers elderly and disabled individuals to maintain independence while receiving the essential daily support they need. This Medicaid-funded long-term care option allows clients, known as members, to remain in their own homes or apartments rather than moving into a facility.

Our GAFC program delivers professional personal care assistance, meal preparation, light housekeeping, and personal emergency response systems (PERS) to ensure safety and comfort every day. Each member’s care plan is uniquely crafted and monitored by a professional team consisting of a registered nurse (RN), care manager, and home health aide. Together, they provide consistent communication, medical oversight, and compassionate care that prevents unnecessary hospitalizations or nursing home placements.

At Vine Home Healthcare, we believe independence should never come at the cost of safety. That’s why our GAFC services are designed to meet both physical and emotional needs — supporting mobility, nutrition, medication management, and overall well-being. Our goal is to help each member live confidently and comfortably in the place they call home.

From the first assessment to ongoing monitoring, we make every step simple, transparent, and centered on your health goals. Families and members can count on our dedicated staff to respond promptly, listen carefully, and deliver care with empathy and respect.

Choose Vine Home Healthcare’s Group Adult Foster Care to experience the perfect balance of independence and professional support. Stay where you feel most comfortable — your home — while benefiting from expert care that keeps you safe, active, and engaged in daily life.
Contact us today to learn how GAFC can help you or your loved one live well at home with confidence and peace of mind.

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Daily Home Health Aide Visits

Our GAFC program includes a daily visit by a home health aide to assist members with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) and Instrumental Activities of Daily Living (IADLs). This includes help with personal hygiene, meal preparation, medication management, and other essential tasks. By assisting with these tasks, we enable our members to maintain their independence and dignity while ensuring their safety and comfort.

Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) include:

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Positioning in Bed or Chair

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Transferring

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Ambulation (inside and outside the home)

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Dressing

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Feeding

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Bathing

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Personal Hygiene

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Toileting

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Incontinence Care

Instrumental Activities of Daily Living (IADLs) include:

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Meal Preparation

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Ordinary Housework

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Managing Finances

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Medication Management - Reminders and cueing

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Phone Use

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Shopping

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Transportation

Routine Assessment by Nurse and Case Manager

Part of our GAFC service includes regular and as-needed assessments of the member’s overall health and care needs by our nurses or case managers. Our home health aides also report any concerns to the nurse that may warrant an additional visit. This system of continuous assessment ensures that each member’s care plan remains up-to-date and responsive to their changing needs.

If a need for additional services is identified, our nurse or case manager will make the necessary referrals and assist the member in setting up these services. These additional services include but are not limited to:

Furthermore, we work closely with each member to secure the necessary approval from their health insurance provider, ensuring our services are accessible to those who need them most.

At Vine Home Healthcare, our goal is to provide consistent, comprehensive care and support to our members at home, fostering independence, health, and an enhanced quality of life for each individual, without the burden of additional costs.

Qualification Criteria

Our GAFC services are covered and paid for by the member’s health insurance provider, with Medicaid being the payor for most of our members. The eligibility requirements include:

To initiate the process of obtaining our services, prospective members should reach out to us directly. We will guide them through the process of eligibility assessment, health insurance approvals, and getting set up with our GAFC service. This includes securing a recommendation from the member’s primary care provider and obtaining prior approval from the health insurance provider.