Adult Foster Care of the North Shore

Adult Foster Care of the North Shore AFCNS supports homes for people age 16 and older who need daily assistance and personal care. There is always someone on call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Exceptional Support and Solutions for Both Caregivers and Clients

Adult Foster Care provides secure private homes and supportive caregivers for adults with disabilities or chronic illnesses. Many Adult Foster Care (AFC) clients are already living with a parent, child or other family member who qualifies as a caregiver. Other clients are placed in homes with diligent and compassionate AFC caregivers. If you are an adult with a disability or know of a disabled adult in need of care, AFC may be able to help. Our experienced team of nurses and care managers will assess your needs to see if you or someone you know qualifies for this innovative MassHealth program. Financial Support

Adult Foster Care is a MassHealth-funded program that provides a tax-free daily stipend to the caregiver. Health & Social Support

Our staff members become an extension to the clients' and caregivers' families. Clients and caregivers are assigned a nurse and care manager who visit the homes regularly. Staff members can answer questions about health issues, and serve as a resource for medical training, education and needed interventions. Family Support

At Adult Foster Care, we provide a foundation to maintain existing relationships. We help our clients navigate the complexities of living with a disability. General Resource Support

Seasoned nurses and care managers work to identify vital resources for the client. These can include:

-Adult Day Health Programs
-Specialized work and community support programs for those with developmental delays
-Mental health counselors
-Guardianship and health care proxy information
-Transportation services
-Information about other adult foster cares in different locations

Get in touch with us, we would love to discuss the program more with you!

Today our Director of Operations, Deanna Benjamin met up with Kristin Michel of Together Gloucester, Inc. to collect coa...
11/25/2025

Today our Director of Operations, Deanna Benjamin met up with Kristin Michel of Together Gloucester, Inc. to collect coats for some of our members in need.

Together Gloucester, Inc. has an event coming up in Gloucester on December 6th at the Gloucester Trinity Church called Operation Keep Gloucester Warm. Free coats and winter gear will be available.

Thank you Kristin and all of Together Gloucester, Inc. for thinking of our members again this year!

11/20/2025
November is National Family Caregivers Month — a moment to recognize the dedication, compassion, and steady support fami...
11/20/2025

November is National Family Caregivers Month — a moment to recognize the dedication, compassion, and steady support family caregivers bring to their loved ones every day.

At Adult Foster Care of the North Shore, we see how deeply caregivers make a difference — offering comfort, guidance, and a sense of stability at home. Your care matters more than you know.

Thank you for all the ways you show up. AFCNS is here to support you, today and always. 💛

Did you know last week was Care Manager Appreciation Week? During our weekly staff meeting, we celebrated our amazing Ca...
10/21/2025

Did you know last week was Care Manager Appreciation Week? During our weekly staff meeting, we celebrated our amazing Care Managers! Please give a like or heart for our team of hard working, dedicated Care Managers.

Have you heard the news?  AFCNS has a new website! CHECK IT OUT! Thanks Sound Moves Marketing for a beautiful new design...
10/10/2025

Have you heard the news? AFCNS has a new website! CHECK IT OUT! Thanks Sound Moves Marketing for a beautiful new design!
www.adultfostercarens.com

For over 20 years, AFCNS has helped adults with disabilities live at home with caregivers. Learn about our MassHealth-funded support services.

Spread the word! Scammers are at it again.... "No, FTC agents with badge numbers aren't calling you."  Scammers posing a...
10/01/2025

Spread the word! Scammers are at it again.... "No, FTC agents with badge numbers aren't calling you." Scammers posing as federal agents are trying to defraud vulnerable people again. They are using the setup lines inquiring if you "bought an Apple computer from Amazon..." (or similiar). Then it goes on...See this link for more:

Scammers impersonating the government — including the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) — is nothing new. But here’s a twist: scammers are now calling themselves FTC “agents” and supplying fake badge numbers and ID cards to try to convince you they are who they say they are. (…They’re not...

Big shout out to Sam who was team member of the week last week at Planet Fitness! Here's a little of what CORE had to sa...
10/01/2025

Big shout out to Sam who was team member of the week last week at Planet Fitness! Here's a little of what CORE had to say about her! Way to go Sam!!

Recently our staff participated in Age Span's Power of Pets fundraiser.  It was pawsitively awesome!
09/19/2025

Recently our staff participated in Age Span's Power of Pets fundraiser. It was pawsitively awesome!

Today, we pause to honor and remember the lives lost and forever changed on September 11, 2001. We reflect on the courag...
09/11/2025

Today, we pause to honor and remember the lives lost and forever changed on September 11, 2001. We reflect on the courage of first responders, the resilience of survivors, and the unity that brought people together in the face of tragedy.

Let us take a moment to remember those we lost, support those who continue to be affected, and commit ourselves to kindness, compassion, and hope for a better future.

Address

63 Middle Street
Gloucester, MA
01930

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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