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Adult I/DD Foster Care

Information about Orientation and Application requirements for Providers seeking to become new Adult Foster Care Home Providers for people with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (AFH-I/DD) in Washington County.

I/DD Adult Foster Home Overview

Adult Foster Homes for people with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (AFH-IDD) in Washington County provide care and services in a safe, secure, home-like environment with the primary provider also living on-site. Care includes 24-hour supervision, the provision of room and board, assistance with the activities of everyday living and access to services which help residents thrive in our community.

Initial Requirements to Become a DD Adult Foster Home Provider

​Adult foster care homes provide 24-hours of support and services in a community home for adults with developmental disabilities.

​Foster providers or foster parents provide:

  • Assistance with activities of everyday living, from grooming and eating to leisure activities.
  • Access to services which help individuals maintain or increase their levels of independence.
  • Room and board is included in the service.

Learn how to become certified in Oregon's I/DD service system.

I/DD Foster Licensing & Certification Transition

As of January 1, 2026, all Foster Care Licensing and Certification duties transitioned to Oregon Developmental Disabilities Services (ODDS). For further information about this please refer to the ODDS website:

ODDS I/DD Foster Homes Licensing Page (Bookmark to keep up on the latest news)