Senior Health

MnCHOICES Assessment

A MnCHOICES assessment is an in-person visit to learn about your needs, goals, and preferences to determine what kind of supports you are eligible to receive. All residents of Polk County, of any age, can receive an assessment at no cost.  

Elderly Waiver (EW) Program

Funds home and community based services for Polk County residents that assist them to continue to live independently in their homes.

Eligibility Requirements

  • 65 and older
  • Eligible for medical assistance (MA)
  • Require nursing home level of care

Services

Examples of services offered:

  • Home health nurse visits
  • Homemaker services
  • Personal care services

Alternative Care (AC) Program

The AC Program helps elderly Polk County residents pay for home care services so they can continue to live independently in their homes.

Eligibility Requirements

  • 65 years of age or older
  • Eligible for medical assistance within 135 days of entering a nursing home
  • Require nursing home level of care

Further Information

If you would like to request an assessment, please contact Polk County Social Services Intake at 218-281-3127.