Overview
Foundational Community Supports (FCS) is a Washington State Medicaid program providing supported employment and supportive housing services to individuals with complex health needs. Administered by the Washington State Health Care Authority (HCA) through a third-party administrator (Wellpoint), FCS is designed for people whose disabilities, mental health conditions, substance use history, or housing instability create significant barriers to both stable work and stable housing. CAA is an FCS provider for supported employment services.
Who It’s For
Apple Health (Medicaid)-eligible individuals age 16 or older with complex health needs who want help finding or keeping a job, finding housing, or both. FCS serves individuals who may not be connected to DDA or DVR but face significant employment or housing barriers due to their health situation.
What They Offer
FCS provides two distinct services:
FCS Supported Employment
Individualized employment support including:
- Identifying career and occupational goals
- Developing relationships with prospective employers
- Assistance with applications, interviews, and the hiring process
- Job coaching and support to maintain employment once hired
- Building interpersonal workplace skills and self-advocacy
- Education on workplace rights under the ADA
FCS Supportive Housing
Housing stability support including:
- Developing housing goals with a specialist
- Researching available housing options
- Assistance communicating with potential landlords
- Connecting with resources for rental assistance
- Access to the Transitional Assistance Program (TAP) for move-in costs, deposits, and first/last month’s rent for eligible enrollees
How to Get Started
- Contact an FCS provider (such as CAA) and ask about an FCS screening
- The provider will complete an FCS assessment form and refer you to Wellpoint if you appear eligible
- Wellpoint confirms eligibility and authorizes services in six-month segments
- Your provider then begins building a person-centered plan around your employment or housing goals
FCS Overview — Washington HCA | Wellpoint FCS for Members | Contact CAA Employment Services
