Congregate Care Services

The Arizona Master Agreement CTR071407, administered by the Arizona Department of Child Safety (ADCS), is a comprehensive Congregate Care Services contract designed to provide temporary residential placements for children in state custody. The contract covers multiple types of group home residential services, including shelter placements, standard residential care, and specialized placements for specific populations such as LGBTQIA+ youth, sibling groups, and teens with complex behavioral needs. Daily rates range from $149 to $200 per child, with additional rates for medically complex services, and the contract aims to provide comprehensive support including 24/7 monitoring, transportation, medical care, educational support, and transition services to family-like environments.

The master agreement is awarded to Another Chance Programs, with a contract period from June 1, 2024, to May 31, 2025, and potential extensions up to five years total. The contract covers statewide service delivery across Arizona and is structured as a master agreement with multiple potential service providers. Another Chance Programs will provide group home residential facilities serving male youth between ages 5-17, with a contracted capacity of 10 beds. The contract type is a master agreement, and the prime contractor has comprehensive insurance coverage, including $1,000,000 in commercial general liability and professional liability, ensuring robust protection for the state and the children served under this contract.