800 Front Door Diversion Project
This grant funds rapid, community-based behavioral health, housing, and support services to divert adults at risk of institutionalization in Illinois and help them remain in integrated community settings.
Funder: Illinois Department of Human Services
Due Dates (Anticipated): April 2027: Full application packet due | April 2027: FY27 Internal Control Questionnaire (ICQ) submission deadline
Funding Amounts: Estimated total program funding: $12,576,820; typical individual awards range from $827,130 to $3,823,999 for a 12-month period; ~6 awards anticipated.
Summary: Supports community-based behavioral health, housing, and support services to divert adults at risk of institutionalization in Illinois.
Key Information: This opportunity is anticipated to be limited to current awardees or those previously notified to apply; pre-qualification and registration are required before submission.
Description
This program aims to prevent unnecessary institutionalization of adults at risk of admission to Specialized Mental Health Rehabilitation Facilities (SMHRFs) in Illinois by providing rapid, community-based behavioral health, housing, and support services. Through individualized diversion plans, the project seeks to maintain eligible individuals in the most integrated community settings. Funded services include comprehensive clinical and housing assessments, transitional housing, behavioral health and substance use disorder treatments, peer and employment supports, and assistance with securing permanent housing and benefits. Grantees must ensure outreach, education for referring entities, and ongoing participant support, while adhering to strict performance, reporting, and quality assurance standards.
