Money Follows the Person (MFP)

Money Follows the Person (MFP) Partnership for Community Integration Project is a $51 million grant from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). 

This program can help you move into your own home or apartment... in the community of your choice. You can receive financial and personal help in setting up your new home, finding a job or other daytime activities you want to take part in and learning the daily skills you need in order to live independently.

Eligibility

MFP assistance is available to people with a diagnosis of an intellectual disability or brain injury who have lived in a qualifying facility for at least 60 consecutive days.

If you live in nursing facilities, Psychiatric Mental Institutes for Children (PMIC) and inpatient hospital settings, you may also qualify. 

The individual must express an interest in moving from the facility setting into the community. For more information, reach out to the MFP team .

Topics & Questions

MFP offers careful planning, communication, and coordination. To help with this process and find the right place for you, your team members may as you questions about these topics: 

  • Medical or physical conditions
  • Psychiatric, mental health, and behavioral health
  • Medical equipment or assistive devices
  • Personal assistance needs
  • Public safety
  • Transportation options
  • Education
  • Employment opportunities
  • Money management
  • Social, leisure, community, and family support
  • Environmental modifications
  • Legal needs and resources

Your Team

Moving toward independent living is a big change, and it takes planning and teamwork to make each step you take a success. That’s why, when you take part in MFP, you will have your own planning team to help you. Who will be on your team? It’s totally up to you.

A successful planning team might include: 

  • a family member or friend you trust
  • a trusted worker from your ICF/ID nursing facility, PMIC, or hospital
  • a community-based case manager

Ongoing Support

Support continues for as long as you need it. The first 365 days following your move to independent living is called the demonstration year.

During this year, your progress will be followed closely to make sure you are doing well in your new living situation. MFP can also cover the costs for special assistance, such as mental health services if needed.

Relevant MFP Documents