801 Geographic Front Door Diversion Program
Funds programs to divert adults from institutional mental health care to rapid, community-based behavioral health and housing services in select Illinois counties.
Funder: Illinois Department of Human Services
Due Dates (Anticipated): April 2027: Full application packet due | April 2027: FY27 budget in CSA Tracking System | April 2027: Advance Payment Request Cash Budget (if requesting advance) | April 2027: Internal Control Questionnaire (ICQ) FY27 submission
Funding Amounts: Estimated total program funding: $659,263; typical award range: $107,858–$551,405 for a 12-month term; ~2 awards expected.
Summary: Supports diversion of adults from institutional mental health care to rapid, community-based support, housing, and behavioral health services in select Illinois counties.
Key Information: This is a non-competitive renewal; only current awardees or those notified by IDHS may apply.
Description
This program aims to divert adults (18+) who would otherwise be referred or admitted to a Specialized Mental Health Rehabilitation Facility (SMHRF) in Illinois into integrated, community-based settings. Through rapid engagement following PASRR assessment and referral, providers assess clinical, housing, and support needs within 24 hours and offer individualized diversion plans. Services include behavioral health and substance use disorder treatment, transitional and permanent housing support, and ongoing care management. The program focuses on maintaining individuals in the least restrictive environments and targets populations with serious mental illness, co-occurring disorders, forensic involvement, homelessness, and those aging out of state care. It operates in select Illinois counties and is aligned with the Williams Consent Decree to expand diversion statewide.
