Medicaid
Medicaid Waiver Program | Supported Employment Supported Housing
Supported Employment & Housing to qualified Medicaid Waiver recipients in Washington State.
MEDICAID WAIVER PROGRAM
Washington State Only
What is Medicaid- Foundational Community Supports
Foundational Community Supports, also known as FCS, provides targeted benefits for employment and housing services to individuals throughout Washington.
Foundational community support (FCS) refers to a range of programs, services, and resources provided to support individuals in their communities in achieving their overall well-being. These supports are designed to address the fundamental needs of individuals and create a strong foundation for community development, safe housing, and suitable employment.
Who is eligible to receive FCS benefits?
FCS benefits are reserved for people with the greatest need. To qualify, you must:
Be enrolled in Medicaid.
Meet the requirements for complex needs:
You have a medical necessity related to mental health, substance use disorder (SUD), activities of daily living, or complex physical health need(s) that prevent you from functioning successfully or living independently.
You meet specific risk factors that prevent you from finding or keeping a job or a safe home.
Be at least 18 years old (supportive housing) or be 16 years old (supported employment.
What benefits are available through FCS?
Supportive housing helps you find a home or stay in your home:
Housing assessments and planning to find the home that’s right for you.
Outreach to landlords to identify available housing in your community.
Connection with community resources to get you all the help you need when you need it.
Assistance with housing applications so you are accepted the first time.
Education, training, and coaching to resolve disputes, plus advocacy for your needs to keep you in your home.
Supported employment helps you find the right work, right now:
Employment assessments and planning to find the right job for you, whenever.
you’re ready.
you’re ready.
Outreach to employers to help build your network.
Connection with community resources to get you all the help you need when you need it.
Assistance with job applications so you can present your best self to employers.
Education, training to keep you in your job.
Interview coaching
Medicaid Waiver Program | Supported Employment Supported Housing
Supported Employment & Housing to qualified Medicaid Waiver recipients in Washington State.
MEDICAID WAIVER PROGRAM
Washington State Only
What is the Medicaid Waiver Program?
Amerigroup | Foundational Community Supports (FCS)
BRWE is an approved Supportive Employment and Housing Services Provider selected by Amerigroup Washington
Help with Jobs, Housing and Living Independently
Supported Employment Services can help you:
Look for the right job
Get ready for the interview
Succeed in your job by getting the supports you need
Supportive Housing Services, helps you find a place to live and get the support you need:
Find housing that meets your needs
Learn skills for living on your own
For more information, view Healthier Washington FCS FAQ and Washington Health Care Quick Reference Guide under the Resources Tab.
Washington State
Foundational Community Support Contact:
Victoria, Executive Assistant
(253) 219-5076Victoria@brwellcc.comVocational Case Management for Persons with Disabilities
Partners with local state Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) agencies to provide services to expand Vocational Rehabilitation services and Employment outcomes for Clients.