Can Server 2012 R2 Essentials / Azure Directory Services integrate with Office365 Home?

I currently run Windows Server 2012 R2 Essentials at home to provide network features and automated backup.  I would like to use office365 home for my family (I currently use office365 small business without standalone office apps).  Does anyone
know if office365 home will integrate?  Can azure directory services be used?  Thanks.

maybe helpful...
http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/library/jj593240.aspx
http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/library/dn509538.aspx
http://www.petri.com/active-directory-integration-office-365-installation.htm
http://www.petri.com/active-directory-integration-office-365-directory-sync.htm
http://blogs.technet.com/b/ad/archive/2013/09/10/empower-your-office-365-subscription-identity-management-with-application-access-enhancements-for-windows-azure-ad.aspx
Best,
Howtodo

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