Two men stand outdoors with trees in the background. One man has his arm around the other, and both are smiling at the camera, enjoying their time together after a session with St. Francis Outpatient Therapy.
Two men stand outdoors with trees in the background. One man has his arm around the other, and both are smiling at the camera, enjoying their time together after a session with St. Francis Outpatient Therapy.

Behavioral and Residential Services

Community-Based and Residential Services Across Minnesota

Personalized Care. Purposeful Living.

At Prairie Community Services (PCS), we believe every person deserves to live with dignity, purpose, and independence. We provide residential and community-based services tailored to adults with physical, intellectual, medical, mental health, and behavioral support needs throughout Minnesota.

Whether it’s a long-term home or short-term transitional support, our programs focus on individual strengths and needs—empowering people to live meaningful, independent lives.

All services are licensed by the Minnesota Department of Human Services, operating under the 245D statutes and as Adult Foster Care Homes.

Prairie Community Services’ Mission

At PCS, we proudly uphold the mission we share with our parent organization, St. Francis Health Services: to “express Christ’s love by providing care that values every human life.” This mission guides our daily work as we ensure each individual receives the personalized support and resources they need to live with dignity, purpose, and independence.

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Behavioral and Residential Services

Adult Foster Care (AFC): For adults 18+ with intellectual disabilities, mental health diagnoses, traumatic brain injuries, or other related conditions. We provide 24-hour staffing in homes serving two to four people, with personalized support plans that foster independence and daily success.

Intensive Residential Treatment Services (IRTS) – Marshall & Duluth: Short-term, structured mental health treatment (up to 90 days) for adults experiencing serious mental illness. These programs support individuals in stabilizing and successfully transitioning back to community living.

Community-Based Services: Designed for flexible, personalized support in individuals’ homes and communities. Services include:

  • One-on-one in-home support & training
  • Respite and crisis respite care
  • 24-hour emergency assistance
  • Companion and homemaker services
  • Community living supports
  • Supported employment

Meet Our Team

A young caregiver smiles and gently places her hand on the shoulder of an elderly woman sitting in a chair.

Our experienced and compassionate leadership team at Behavioral and Residential Services is dedicated to ensuring residents receive the quality, person-centered care they deserve.

Our leadership team brings compassion, experience, and a deep commitment to person-centered care. With a strong foundation in behavioral health and intellectual disabilities, we’re here to ensure each person receives quality support and the opportunity to thrive.

Vice President Behavioral & Developmental Services: Chad Meyer
Service Director: Heather Kamps
Service Director: Judy Richards
Director of Human Resources: Leah Nelson
Accountants: Teresa Picht, Diana Brummond