HHS clears 2 peer support programs for federal foster care funding
Impact on your practice
This expands federal funding pathways for peer support-based interventions in child welfare and family services. Therapists working in family-based treatment, substance use, or child welfare may see increased referrals or partnership opportunities as states adopt these programs, though direct reimbursement impact is limited.
Key facts
HHS Administration for Children and Families added 2 peer support programs to Title IV-E Prevention Services Clearinghouse
Programs: Family-Based Recovery–Supported (intensive in-home treatment for parents of children 0-5 with peer support) and WRAP–Supported (facilitated peer group for mental health and addiction)
Clearinghouse inclusion allows states to seek federal matching funds for these interventions
Iowa first state to adopt one program; joins START and Parents Anonymous as peer support programs with federal funding eligibility
States affected
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