Who completes the PCA/CFSS assessment?
To receive PCA or CFSS services, individuals must complete an assessment conducted by an authorized assessor from a lead agency. Lead agencies may include a county, tribal government, or managed care organization.
How to request a PCA/CFSS assessment
Call 651-675-9673 to receive the contact information needed to schedule your assessment.
Can family members be paid PCA/CFSS workers?

Yes, family members can provide PCA/CFSS support, with a few exceptions. The following individuals cannot be paid as workers:

  • A paid legal guardian of an adult
  • A legal guardian of a minor
  • A person currently receiving PCA services
  • A responsible party for a recipient
What support tasks are covered under Medical Assistance?

Medical Assistance covers a range of PCA/CFSS services, including:

  1. Help with activities of daily living (ADLs), such as grooming, dressing, bathing, eating, transferring, positioning, and toileting.
  2. Support with self-administered medications, monitoring seizure activity, and providing range-of-motion exercises.
  3. Behavioral observation and redirection to help maintain safety.
  4. Assistance with attending medical appointments, community outings, making calls, preparing meals, light household tasks, shopping, and paying bills.

For children, staff may also assist with health and hygiene needs if those tasks are documented in the PCA Assessment and Service Plan.

Can one worker support more than one recipient?
Yes, a PCA/CFSS worker may support more than one person. However, workers are limited to a maximum of 310 paid hours per month, regardless of how many clients or agencies they serve.
Do PCA/CFSS workers need to be hired through an agency?
Yes. PCA/CFSS workers cannot receive direct payment from Medical Assistance. To begin working, they must be hired by an agency, complete training, and enroll with the Minnesota Health Care Programs (MHCP). Call 651-675-9673 to get started.