Congregate Care Services

The Arizona Department of Child Safety (ADCS) Master Agreement CTR071417 is an Indefinite Delivery Vehicle (IDV) for Congregate Care Services, designed to provide comprehensive residential group home placements for children in state custody. The contract covers multiple types of group home residential services, including shelter care, standard residential care, and specialized placements for populations such as LGBTQIA+ youth, sibling groups, sexually maladaptive behavior cases, and parenting teens. Daily rates range from $149 to $200 per child, with additional compensation for specialized services, and the contract supports providers in delivering trauma-informed care, comprehensive medical and educational support, and individualized service planning.

The master agreement is awarded to Cross Paths LLC, with a contract period from June 1, 2024, to May 31, 2025, and has potential extensions up to five years total. The contract covers statewide services in Arizona and is jointly managed by the Arizona Department of Child Safety and the Arizona Department of Juvenile Corrections. Cross Paths LLC currently operates two group home facilities, Yellow Bee (8 beds for ages 6-15) and Caspian (5 beds for ages 11-16), with a total capacity of 13 beds. The contract type is a Master Agreement, and contractors must meet extensive requirements including background checks, staff training, licensing compliance, and comprehensive service standards aimed at supporting children's transitions to family-like settings.