C. Congregate Care

In an effort to reduce the number of children in congregate care, Title IV-E federal fund reimbursement is available to children in foster homes, qualified residential treatment programs (QRTPs), and special settings for pregnant or parenting teens, youth transitioning out of foster care, and youth who are at risk for sex trafficking. QRTPs have a very specific model as defined within FFPSA, including court oversight.

Please see the Checklist Section for the Qualified Residential Treatment Program Checklist.