Host Homes in North Dakota
A safe, supportive environment to build skills for independence
Host homes are family-style living arrangements for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. An individual lives with a caring provider in their community surrounded by a circle of support, provided by Nexus Family Healing, instead of living in a group home or institution.
This is a voluntary program designed to help individuals return to their home when possible while continuing to receive help and mentorship from their host home provider
Support payments and benefits are taxable.
Program snapshot
- Serving within a 60-mile radius of Bismarck or Fargo
- For individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities
- Safe, supportive family environment
- Individualized care and attention
- Skills for independence
- Provides meaningful relief and partnership for their primary caregivers
Ensuring quality care
Host Homes in North Dakota follow state rules under ND Administrative Code and ND Century Code.
This means:
- Providers are licensed with specialized training
- Homes are safe and inspected regularly
- Individuals have personalized support plans
- Providers receive ongoing training and support
- 24/7 help is available for emergencies
Host homes are family-style living arrangements for individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities (ID/DD) in the state of North Dakota. An individual lives with a caring provider in their community surrounded by a circle of support, provided by Nexus Family Healing, instead of living in a group home or institution. This is a voluntary program designed to help individuals return to their home when possible while continuing to receive help and mentorship from their Host Home provider. We are currently seeking homes that are located in Bismarck, Fargo or within 60 miles of either city.
Key benefits
We carefully match each individual with a host home provider that can meet their needs. This helps create stability and a positive experience for both the individual and the provider. The program provides:
- Skills for independence
- A safe, supportive family environment
- Opportunities to participate in everyday family and community activities
- Ability to maintain relationships with parents, siblings, and friends
- Individualized care and attention
Our locations
North Dakota Host Homes are offered in the following locations.
Fargo Office
1202 28th St. S
Fargo, ND 58103
701-280-9545
Bismarck Office
600 South 2nd Street
Suite 220
Bismarck, ND 58504
701-224-9611
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