Family Support Program - FSP

Program Description

The Family Support Program (FSP) is a state‑funded program that expands access to intensive mental‑health services and supports for youth with complex emotional and behavioral challenges.

The goal of the FSP is to support eligible youth and their families by strengthening family stability, improving clinical outcomes, and promoting community-based services. When a family applies, the assigned FSP Coordinator helps youth and their family access FSP covered services as well as understand the requirements and processes of the program. In addition to case management, the FSP Coordinator provides access to community mental health services, alternative community services, and residential treatment when it is determined to be medically necessary.

While applying for FSP, you will be assigned a case manager called the FSP Coordinator. The FSP Coordinator helps youth and their family access FSP covered services as well as understand the requirements and processes of the FSP. In addition to case management, the FSP Coordinator provides access to community mental health services, alternative community services, and residential treatment when it is determined to be medically necessary.

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Support & Growth

Eligibility Requirements

To qualify for the Family Support Program, youth and families must meet the following criteria:

Must be an Illinois resident residing in Kane or DeKalb County.
Youth must be under 18 years of age.
Diagnosed mental health condition that has proven to be a challenge to conventional mental health services.
History of multiple hospitalizations or failed outpatient treatment attempts.

State-funded support tailored for intensive youth mental health needs.

Intake Checklist

What to Bring to Your First Appointment

Please bring copies of the following documents to your initial intake appointment:

Paper application

Copy of the client's birth certificate

Copy of the client's social security card

Copy of parent's most recent tax return

Copy of client's most recent tax return (if applicable)

Copy of adoption paperwork (if applicable)

Ready to Apply Online?

You can start the Family Support Program application directly through the state online portal or view our flyer.

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