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- Substituted by A7504
- Ordered to third reading cal.1500
- Committee discharged and committed to rules
- Referred to children and families
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Extends provisions of law relating to foster care demonstration programs
Signed by Governor · Sponsor Joan Millman
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Sponsor's memo
BILL NUMBER:S5541
Title of bill
An act to amend chapter 942 of the laws of 1983 and chapter 541 of the laws of 1984, relating to foster family care demonstration programs, and to amend chapter 256 of the laws of 1985, amending the social services law and other laws relating to foster family care demonstration programs, in relation to extending the expirations thereof
Purpose
This legislation will extend the expiration date of the foster family care demonstration program for an additional four years.
Summary of provisions
Amends various sections relating to the foster family care demonstration programs by extending the provisions to expire December 31, 2017.
Existing law
Current provisions are set to expire December 31, 2013.
Justification
The authority for the foster family care demonstration program was originally established by Chapter 942 of the laws of 1983 and chapter 541 of the laws of 1984. The program was extended over the years and is set to expire in December 2013.
The State is constantly trying to find ways to reduce and contain rising Medicaid costs. The foster family care demonstration program has been one such attempt. It was established as a cost effective community based alternative to care in a residential health care facility. Foster family care providers serve one or two individuals who are medically eligible for residential health care or personal care services and who lack a home or the resources or family support to live in the community. Care-givers provide room and board, supervision, and assistance with personal care in their home. A sponsoring agency supervises the care and is also responsible for recruitment and training.
Foster family care is financed from a combination of Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and Medicaid or private pay. The demonstration project was originally tested in two sites, Westchester and Dutchess counties. Chapter 942 of the Laws of 1983 and Chapter 541 of the Laws of 1984, authorized the continuation of these two demonstration sites and authorized the Department to designate up to 10 additional entities to participate. The foster family care demonstration program is an important option in the long term care continuum that should be extended. The program serves a distinct population in a cost-effective manner and develops familial relationships between clients and caregivers. It also reduces institutionalization, emergency room visits and hospital admissions.
Legislative history
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Fiscal implications
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Effective date
Immediately
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