Family Connections, Nurturing Parenting, and SENSE Services

The Arizona Master Agreement CTR055530, awarded to Catholic Charities Community Services Inc., provides comprehensive family support and child welfare services across urban and rural Arizona counties. The contract encompasses three primary service programs: Family Connections (FC), Nurturing Parenting Program (NPP), and Substance Exposed Newborn Safe Environment (SENSE). These services are designed to strengthen family protective factors, reduce child abuse and neglect risks, and enhance parental capacities through evidence-based interventions. Providers deliver specialized services including family engagement, parenting skills education, home visits, and targeted support for families involved with the Department of Child Safety, with case rates varying between $3,500 and $6,750 depending on service level and geographic location.

The master agreement is administered by the Arizona Department of Child Safety, with Catholic Charities Community Services Inc. serving as the prime contractor. The contract was initially established on July 1, 2021, with a two-year base period and options for three additional one-year extensions, potentially spanning a total of five years. The contract covers services across both urban counties (Maricopa, Pima, Pinal) and rural counties (including Mohave, Coconino, Navajo, and others), providing statewide coverage. The contract type is a Master Agreement with milestone-based payment structures, and includes comprehensive liability insurance with coverage limits ranging from $1,000,000 to $5,000,000 across various liability categories, ensuring robust risk management for the service delivery.