The Pennsylvania Human Services Block Grant Program allows for State funding to be allocated to county governments to provide locally identified county-based human services.
Allows counties to develop a uniform, consolidated process for counties to submit plans and reports.
Pilot Program – Lancaster was one of 20 counties selected for participation (now there are 30 counties in the program).
Funding includes
• Mental Health Community Based Funded Services; • Behavioral Health Services Initiative (MH & D/A); • Intellectual Disabilities Community Based Funds; • Child Welfare Special Grants; • Act 152 Funds; • Homeless Assistance Program Funds; • Human Services Development Funds