CI, DLS and ACT Grant Funded Authorization
with APS - FAQ 9/14/08

Q: How is a consumer considered eligible for Grant Funded Services?

A: The consumer must meet the specific eligibility criteria outlined in Criteria for General Fund (“Grant”) Funding of Community Integration (CI), Assertive Community Treatment (ACT), and Daily Living Support Services (DLS) for FY2009.

Q: Is a non-class member consumer who is currently being discharged from partial hospital program or IOP eligible for Grant Funding?

A: No

Q: Is a non-class member, pre-existing grant funded consumer who was eligible for grant funding in the past for being discharged from hospital, jail or CSU eligible for continued grant funding?

A: Yes, if current eligible diagnosis criteria are met.

Q: How does APS respond to a Grant Funded PA request, if the consumer is not eligible?

A: Requests for Grant Funded services that are ineligible are denied.

Q: Will APS find the consumer eligible if DHHS approves a waiver for grant funding?

A: Yes. If DHHS grants a waiver for an otherwise ineligible consumer, the person is no longer considered ineligible and APS will approve the request.

Q: How can a provider request a waiver from the eligibility criteria for a consumer?

A: The provider can request a waiver by contacting their local DHHS- Adult Mental Health Team Lead.

Q: Is Non-Categorical MaineCare by itself enough for a person to be eligible for Grant Funding?

A: No. Please see the eligibility criteria for more details.

Q: Is low income (under 150% of federal poverty guidelines) by itself enough for a person to be eligible for Grant Funding?