Congregate Care Services

The Arizona Department of Child Safety (ADCS) Master Agreement CTR071439 establishes a statewide indefinite delivery vehicle for congregate care services targeting vulnerable youth. The IDV provides comprehensive residential group home placement services for children and youth, encompassing standard and specialized placements for populations including LGBTQIA+ youth, sibling groups, those with sexually maladaptive behaviors, parenting teens, and medically complex cases. Services include daily residential care, with rates ranging from $149 to $200 per child, and additional provisions for one-on-one supervision, bed holds, transportation, and placement stabilization incentives. The contract covers group home residential services with specific requirements for medical monitoring, educational support, cultural sensitivity, and individualized service planning.

The master agreement is awarded to Meraki Youth Homes, with a contract period from June 1, 2024, to May 31, 2025, and potential extensions up to five years total. The contract covers multiple group home facilities in Maricopa County, Arizona, with a total contracted capacity of forty (40) beds across four facilities: Oxley, Rembrandt, Risata, and Marron. These facilities specialize in residential group care for female youth aged eight to seventeen (8-17), with providers required to meet strict licensing, background check, and operational standards. The contracting organization is the Arizona Department of Child Safety, with the contract administered through the Office of Procurement & Contracts, ensuring comprehensive oversight and compliance with state child welfare regulations.