Adult Forensic ACT and Treatment Apartment Program

The New York State Office of Mental Health is offering funding to support the development of a specialized forensic mental health program within the New York City region. The project involves establishing a 68-capacity Forensic Assertive Community Treatment (FACT) team and a 30-unit Treatment Apartment Program (TAP) dedicated to serving justice-involved individuals with serious mental illnesses who have not responded to traditional treatment approaches. The TAP units will be specifically allocated to clients served by the FACT team, with the possibility of the team serving others within the agency’s broader housing and treatment spectrum. The initiative aims to improve mental health outcomes and housing stability for the justice-involved SMI population, addressing their unique needs through integrated community-based services. Applicants must be prequalified and submit proposals via the Statewide Financial System by May 8, 2025, with a contract duration of five years. The funding opportunity covers counties including Bronx, Kings, New York, Queens, and Richmond, with a contract size estimated between five and fifteen million dollars. The program emphasizes a comprehensive approach to forensic mental health care, emphasizing collaboration and tailored services for individuals involved in the criminal justice system. Interested entities can access the full RFP and additional details through the NYS Office of Mental Health’s website or contact Jerry Witkop, the Contract Management Specialist, for further information.