The Department of Human Services (DHS) licenses certain Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) provided to people with disabilities and those over age 65. Most of the services are funded under one of Minnesota’s Medicaid waiver programs. 

The HCBS standards under Minnesota Statutes, chapter 245D, are part of a larger HCBS Waiver Provider Standards initiative to improve the dignity, health, and independence of the people we serve. Lists below contain links to specific sections in the manual about each service. For a one-page overview, see this 245D license structure (PDF).