PCA & Waiver Services in Minnesota
220 providers listed. Personal care assistance (PCA/CFSS) agencies and waiver service providers across Minnesota. These agencies support children who qualify through Medical Assistance and disability waivers such as CADI and the DD waiver, including families using CDCS budgets.
Listing data comes from public sources and provider submissions. Insurance, ages and availability are shown when reported — always confirm details directly with the provider.
What are PCA and waiver services?
PCA (now transitioning to CFSS in Minnesota) provides hands-on help with daily activities for children who qualify through an assessment. Disability waivers — like CADI and the DD waiver — fund broader supports, and CDCS lets families direct their own budget. Start with your county's front door line to request an assessment.
Questions to ask a provider
- Do you have staff available in our part of the state?
- Can you support CDCS families, and how do you help with paperwork?
- How do you recruit, train and back-fill support staff?
- What does the county assessment process look like?
PCA & Waiver Services in Minnesota: FAQ
How do I qualify for PCA or CFSS for my child in Minnesota?
Your child generally needs to be eligible for Medical Assistance and have a MnCHOICES assessment from your county or tribal nation showing a need for help with daily activities or behaviors. The assessment determines eligibility and the amount of support.
What is the difference between PCA and CFSS?
CFSS (Community First Services and Supports) is Minnesota's replacement for PCA. It keeps hands-on help with daily activities and adds more flexibility, including a budget model and options for goods and services. Families typically transition at their next assessment.
Which waivers help autistic children in Minnesota?
The most common are the Developmental Disabilities (DD) waiver and the Community Access for Disability Inclusion (CADI) waiver. Both can fund respite, in-home supports and more, and both offer the CDCS self-directed budget option.
How do I request a MnCHOICES assessment?
Call your county or tribal nation's human services intake line and ask for a MnCHOICES assessment for children's disability services. In Hennepin County, that's the Front Door at (612) 348-4111.