FY27 CAR Family Care Plan (FCP) Pilot Program

The Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) is offering a competitive grant to provide Family Care Plan (FCP) services for pregnant or postpartum individuals with substance use disorder and their infants. Grantees will deliver screening, care‑plan development, coordination, and follow‑up services for up to 12 months after birth, aiming to prevent substitute‑care placement, promote reunification, and improve health outcomes. Funding is limited to $100,000 for the first fiscal year, with the possibility of two additional one‑year renewals based on performance. Applicants must be SAM‑registered, pre‑qualified through the GATA portal, and capable of providing qualified staff (e.g., social workers, nurses, physicians, peer support workers). Reporting includes quarterly performance metrics and monthly financial reports. • Target population: pregnant/post‑partum persons with substance use disorder and infants (0‑12 months) affected by prenatal substance exposure. • Service requirements: minimum 1 hour/week for the first month, then at least 1 hour/month up to 12 months; comprehensive care‑plan creation, referrals, and coordination. • Staffing: qualified caseworkers, nurses/physicians, peer support workers, doula, home visitor, and a program supervisor. • Budget: up to $100,000 FY27; indirect costs allowed (NICRA or de‑minimis 15%). • Evaluation metrics: % of clients with completed plans, referral uptake, treatment engagement, reduction in child‑abuse reports, etc.