Funds organizations to coordinate and support the transition of individuals from institutional care to community-based settings in Illinois, providing care management, healthcare, and post-transition support.
Funder: Illinois Department of Human Services
Due Dates (Anticipated): April 2027: Full application packet due | April 2027: Budget entered/approved in CSA deadline | April 2027: Advance Payment Request Cash Budget form submission | April 2027: FY27 Internal Control Questionnaire (ICQ) submission deadline
Funding Amounts: ~$44,985,656 total; typical awards $354,164–$7,656,120 (avg. $2.8M); 12-month term; 16 anticipated awards
Summary: Supports organizations managing the transition of Class Members from institutional to community-based settings, ensuring comprehensive care and post-transition supports.
Key Information: Forecasted grant—dates are projected; eligibility limited to current awardees.
This program funds organizations to oversee and manage the transition of Class Members from nursing facilities or specialized mental health rehabilitation facilities to community-based settings in Illinois. Grantees are responsible for the entire transition process, from referral through an 18-month post-transition period, ensuring seamless, safe, and successful moves with limited handoffs. Services include care management, transition coordination, SSI/SSDI benefits assistance, integrated healthcare (nursing and occupational therapy), and administration of transition assistance and flexible funds. The program emphasizes person-centered planning, timely service delivery, and coordination with external providers, while prioritizing equity and inclusivity.