Children's Behavioral Health Services

Services Matrix with Eligibility

Complete Service Matrix in Microsoft Word* Adobe PDF*

Services funded solely by DHHS Children’s Services through straight state dollars and available as resources permit.

Name of Service	Description of Service	Funding Source	Eligibility
Respite	Childcare by trained respite providers, or caregivers chosen by parents.	DHHS	Birth to 18 Documentation of disability consistent with DHHS statute Those in foster or residential care, or DHS custody, not eligible Eligibility reviewed every 3 years.
Flex Funds	Short-term, individualized services for a child and family when no other funding source is available. Ex. Transportation, safety devices, additional respite, assessments, etc.	DHHS	Child is receiving DHHS contracted services Service must address a need identified in the Individual Service Plan.
Social/Recreation	Camp, after school activities, horseback riding, etc	DHHS	Documentation of disability consistent with DHHS statute Service must be specifically related to the child’s special need.
Conferences/Training	Training opportunities for provider staff and parents	DHHS *Some trainings and conferences are jointly funded by DHHS & BMS through contracts with the Muskie Center for Learning.	Open to anyone via registration/enrollment Parents may get stipends/mileages as resources allow.