Community Behavioral Health Support (CBHS) services
Starting July 1, 2024, Apple Health (Medicaid) clients in some Washington regions will have access to behavioral health support services that include supportive supervision and skills development. Learn about the services and see who is eligible.
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Background
Starting no sooner than July 1, 2024
Community Behavioral Health Support (CBHS) services is a new program beginning no sooner than July 1, 2024 that will be implemented across the state over the next several years. This means not every region will have these services available right away.
Services covered under CBHS will help people who have a significant behavioral health diagnosis and need additional support to live in a community setting like an adult family home, an assisted living facility, or their home.
CBHS services are individually tailored to meet the needs of each person and are intended to provide stability, support independence, and help them stay in the community.
How do I become a CBHS Supportive Supervision provider?
Providers interested in Supportive Supervision must complete an application in ProviderOne. HCA will provide the following training and support to help providers complete their applications. Completing this application will allow HCA and managed care organizations to contract with you to provide CBHS services.
- View step-by-step instructions to complete ProviderOne application.
- Watch a recorded training about completing your application in ProviderOne.
Upcoming trainings and webinars
| Meeting details | Meeting links and materials |
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Open office hours for Supportive Supervision providersDate: Tuesdays, March 5 - April 30 |
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Q&A session for Supportive Supervision applicationDate: Tuesday, March 12 |
Who may be eligible?
A person may be eligible for CBHS services if they:
- Are 18 years of age or older and are Apple Health (Medicaid) eligible.
- Are eligible for or receiving Home and Community Services (HCS).
- Have a qualifying diagnosis.
- Are transitioning from an inpatient psychiatric setting or experience challenges living in community settings. These challenges may include:
- Frequent hospitalizations.
- Difficulty maintaining stays in residential settings.
- High caregiver turnover within the past 2 years due to behaviors from a behavioral health condition.
What services are offered?
Supportive supervision is provided in the residential setting the person is residing in, such as an adult family home or assisted living facility. The service includes:
- Additional staff to assist the person with structure, safety, social engagement, and community activities.
- Staff to help them achieve goals and make their voice and preferences known.
Where can clients find more information?
Clients can learn more about these services by contacting: