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1. Who is eligible for CSA services?

A child may be eligible for services that may be funded through CSA if they meet one or more of the following criteria: 

• Has serious emotional or behavioral concerns 
• Is at risk of a more restrictive out of home placement 
• Is under the supervision of the Court or Department of Juvenile Justice
• Receives foster care services 
• Receives services to prevent foster care placement 
• Requires educational services in an alternate setting as determined by an IEP 

2. What is FAPT?

The Family Assessment and Planning Team (FAPT) is a group of community partners (DSS, Court Services, Schools, Blue Ridge Behavioral Healthcare, and private providers) that meet with the Service Coordinator and family to assess the strengths and needs of youth and families and work together to develop a plan to meet the identified needs.

3. What is CPMT?

The Community Policy and Management Team (CPMT) is a group consisting of at least one elected or appointed local government official and agency representatives from DSS, the school system, Blue Ridge Behavioral Healthcare, Court Services, a parent representative, law enforcement, and a private provider. This team develops local policies for the CSA program and manages the funds for requested and approved services.