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Creating Inclusive, Family-Centered Care
Host Homes: A Place to Belong
Host homes give people with disabilities a chance to live in a caring and family-like home. Instead of living in a group setting, they become part of a real home where they can feel safe and included.
People who live in host homes get help that fits their needs and goals. They can join in everyday things like meals, chores, and fun activities in the community. They also get to build friendships and feel like they belong.
Host homes do more than just provide support—they help break down stereotypes and build caring communities where everyone matters.
We serve people, not numbers—each with their own story and unique needs
Our PCN Community
Host Home Providers
Kind people who open their homes and hearts to give full-time, personal support in a family-like setting.
People Supported
Adults on the ID, BI, or HAB waiver who receive kind, compassionate, personalized care through our Host Home programs in Iowa.
Counties Served
We support people in 8 counties across Iowa—and we’re always ready to grow in places where care and compassion are needed.
We’re thankful for the kind words from families, guardians, providers, and community members who know PCN. Their stories show what matters most to us—helping others with care and compassion.
What Others Are Saying
Caring and Compassionate
Caring and compassionate staff—an excellent place to work with.
~Former Host Home Provider
A Mother’s Gratitude
“I am very proud of, and grateful for, the work and progress Titus has achieved with River. He is blooming under the radiance of their patience and tenacity. River is happy again, living with Titus and his family, and that is the best gift a Mother can have: to know her child is safe and happy, to know her child is loved.”
~Sherri, Parent of a Person Supported
From Support to Family
“Kelly has been such a wonderful addition to our family! We love spending time together—whether it’s getting our nails done, taking trips to the dog park with my husband and Benny, or enjoying lunch at the park with my sister. She gets her hair done by my girls, joins us for my daughter’s sporting events, cheers on my nephew, or just relaxes at home watching movies. Her calm, down-to-earth personality is truly a gift, and we couldn’t be happier to have her living with us. Kelly is always smiling, loves dancing with me in the car, and isn’t shy about being silly and having fun. We feel incredibly lucky to have her as part of our family!”
~Current Host Home Provider
A True Sense of Belonging
“I feel like I belong to a family.”
~Person Supported
Have Questions?
Frequently Asked
Questions
What primary services do you offer?
PCN gives full-time support to adults 18 and older on the HAB, ID, and BI waivers through our Host Home program. This service provides a safe, family-like home where people get help with daily life, joining in the community, and becoming more independent. Support is based on each person’s needs, goals, and strengths.
What do you specialize in?
We give caring, personalized support to people with disabilities and mental health needs—focusing on respect, independence, and building strong connections.
What is 24/7 SCL?
Host Home services give people a safe, family-like place to live with support available 24/7. They live in the private home of a caring provider and get help with daily skills, personal care, chores, and being part of the community. The goal is to help each person become more independent and enjoy a better quality of life.
What You Need to Become a Host Home Provider:
- A valid driver’s license
- Auto insurance
- A willingness to provide 24/7 support to someone with a disability
- Complete required training
- Pass a background check (for you as an independent contractor)
- All adults in your home (18 and older) must also pass background checks
- A home inspection by PCN
What is a Host Home?
Host Homes are a type of living arrangement where a person lives with an Independent Contractor—someone who is trained to give support—and shares a home with them or their family.
Who can receive services?
Our services are for people on the HAB, ID, or BI waivers who need Supported Community Living (SCL). SCL helps people learn daily living skills, be more independent, and take part in their community.
Have questions or need more information?
We’re here to help. If you’re unsure where to start, let’s talk—we’re happy to guide you.
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