Resources & Guides

Expert insights about residential care placement, Minnesota waivers, and navigating the care system.

March 15, 2026|Capacity Track

Adult Foster Care vs Assisted Living in Minnesota

A clear comparison of adult foster care and assisted living in Minnesota, covering differences in size, setting, licensing, cost, and how to decide which option is right.

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March 15, 2026|Capacity Track

Assisted Living vs Memory Care in Minnesota: When Is It Time to Transition?

How to tell when someone needs memory care instead of standard assisted living — covering key differences in staffing, environment, cost, and signs that it's time.

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March 15, 2026|Capacity Track

Finding CRS Openings in Minneapolis and the Twin Cities Metro

How to find Community Residential Setting (CRS) openings in the Twin Cities metro area — covering Hennepin, Ramsey, Dakota, Anoka, Washington, and Scott counties.

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March 15, 2026|Capacity Track

CRS vs Adult Foster Care in Minnesota: Which Placement Is Right for Your Client?

A side-by-side comparison of Community Residential Settings (CRS) and adult foster care in Minnesota — covering size, staffing, licensing, cost, and who each serves best.

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March 15, 2026|Capacity Track

How to Find CRS Openings in Minnesota

A practical guide for case managers searching for Community Residential Setting (CRS) openings across Minnesota. Tips for finding available beds faster.

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March 15, 2026|Capacity Track

Finding IRTS Openings in Minnesota: A Practical Guide for Case Managers

IRTS beds in Minnesota are hard to find. Here's how case managers can navigate the referral process, speed up placements, and find openings faster.

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March 15, 2026|Capacity Track

The Complete Residential Care Placement Guide for Minnesota Case Managers

A step-by-step walkthrough of the residential care placement process in Minnesota — from assessment through admission — for case managers navigating CRS, assisted living, and IRTS placements.

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March 15, 2026|Capacity Track

Understanding Minnesota Waivers — CADI, BI, DD, and Elderly Waiver

An overview of Minnesota's home and community-based waiver programs including CADI, BI, DD, and Elderly Waiver — what they cover, who qualifies, and how they connect to residential care.

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March 15, 2026|Capacity Track

What Is 245D Licensing in Minnesota? A Guide for Case Managers and Families

An overview of Minnesota's 245D licensing framework — what it covers, how it protects residents, and what case managers and families should know when choosing a licensed provider.

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March 15, 2026|Capacity Track

What to Look for When Touring a Residential Care Facility

A practical touring checklist for families and case managers visiting assisted living, adult foster care, and other residential care facilities in Minnesota.

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March 14, 2026|Capacity Track

How to Find Assisted Living Openings in Minnesota

A complete guide for finding assisted living openings in Minnesota. Tips for case managers and families searching for available beds at licensed providers.

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