In-Home Family Recovery (IHFR)in Hennepin County

The In-Home Family Recovery Program (IHFR) at ANEW was launched in spring of 2026 after being chosen by Hennepin County to participate in their pilot program.

ANEW’s IHFR program provides family-centered support for parents navigating substance use recovery and the challenges that can come with parenting and child protection involvement. By bringing support into the home, IHFR helps families work toward recovery, strengthen relationships, and create a more stable environment for their children.

Every family has its own story, challenges, and strengths. Our goal is to meet families where they are and help them take meaningful steps toward lasting change.

  • Support for Parents and Families

    In-Home Family Recovery is designed to support eligible families in Hennepin County who are navigating substance use concerns and working toward greater safety and stability for their children.

    IHFR may be a helpful resource for families who:

    • Are involved with Hennepin County child protection services.

    • Are navigating substance use concerns that affect family life.

    • Are working toward recovery while caring for an infant or child.

    • Want to strengthen their parenting skills and relationships with their children.

    • Need support creating a safe, stable, and nurturing home environment.

    • Are ready to work toward positive changes for themselves and their families.

    Families do not have to navigate these challenges alone. IHFR offers support that recognizes the connection between recovery, parenting, and family well-being.

    Criteria for Admission

    In-Home Family Recovery (IHFR) is designed for families who need intensive, in-home support to address substance use recovery, parenting, and family stability. To be considered for admission, families must meet the following criteria:

    1. Substance Use Treatment Needs

    The parent must have an ongoing pattern of substance use rather than a single, isolated occurrence. Their substance use must currently meet, or be likely to meet based on clinical assessment, the criteria for ASAM Level 2.1 care. This may include parents who are actively using substances or have a recent history of use and need the intensity of support provided by IHFR.

    2. Parenting and Custody Requirements

    The parent must be responsible for caring for a child under 72 months of age (under six years old) at least 50% of the time, including overnight care. This custody arrangement must be established within 30–45 days of the referral.

    3. Current Treatment Participation

    The parent must not be enrolled in another outpatient treatment program or must be willing to discharge from that program. Participation in Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT), medications for opioid use disorder (MOUD), and psychiatric services does not need to end.

    4. Willingness to Participate in In-Home Services

    The family must voluntarily agree to work with a three-person IHFR team in their home, which may include an apartment, house, or shelter. Families must be willing to participate in services three days per week for up to one year. Services include in-home treatment and observed substance use screenings.

    5. Hennepin County Residency

    The family must reside in Hennepin County and remain a Hennepin County resident throughout participation in the program.

    Have Questions About Eligibility?

    If your family has an active Child Protective Services (CPS) case in Hennepin County and you would like to learn more about IHFR, contact ANEW to discuss the program and next steps.

  • Every Family Deserves Support Without Judgment

    At ANEW, we understand that recovery is not a one-size-fits-all process. Families bring different experiences, needs, strengths, and barriers to the journey.

    Our approach emphasizes:

    • Individualized care: Support that reflects each family's circumstances, goals, and needs.

    • Trauma-informed care: An understanding of how life experiences can affect recovery, parenting, and relationships.

    • Family-centered support: Recognition that a parent's recovery and a child's well-being are closely connected.

    • Strengths-based care: Building on the abilities, resilience, and progress that families already possess.

    • Long-term stability: Helping families develop skills and supports that can continue to benefit them beyond the program.

    We believe families deserve the opportunity to heal, grow, and move forward with meaningful support.

  • Services That Meet Families Where They Are

    Recovery can look different for every person. IHFR takes a family-centered approach, recognizing that lasting progress involves more than substance use alone.

    In-Home Recovery Support

    Access recovery-focused services in your home, allowing support to be connected to your everyday life, responsibilities, and goals.

    24/7 Crisis and Safety Planning Support

    Recovery can come with difficult moments, and families deserve support when challenges arise. IHFR clinical staff are available through a 24/7 on-call system to help clients develop safety plans during a crisis or when the risk of returning to substance use is elevated.

    Parenting Support

    Build parenting knowledge, confidence, and practical skills while navigating the demands of recovery and family life.

    Parent-Child Connection

    Work toward stronger relationships with your children by building trust, connection, and healthy family interactions.

    Trauma-Informed Support

    Explore how difficult experiences and ongoing stressors may affect recovery, relationships, and parenting, with support that respects each family's individual circumstances.

    Family Stability and Well-Being

    Work toward a safer, more supportive home environment while identifying strengths, addressing challenges, and building skills that support long-term family stability.

    Our approach recognizes that parents and children are connected. Supporting a parent's recovery can also help create opportunities for healthier relationships and a stronger family future.

  • Taking the First Step

    Connecting with a new service can feel overwhelming. ANEW is here to help families and referring professionals understand the next steps.

    1. Connect With Your Child Protection Worker

    If your family is involved with Hennepin County child protection services, talk with your worker about whether In-Home Family Recovery may be an appropriate resource.

    2. Ask About a Referral

    Your child protection worker or other involved professional can help you understand the referral process and determine what steps are needed to explore participation.

    3. Connect With ANEW

    Our team can help explain the program, discuss eligibility, and answer questions about what to expect.

    4. Begin Working Toward Your Family's Goals

    For families who meet the program requirements, IHFR provides support focused on recovery, parenting, and building a healthier future for the family.

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