In this training, we discuss CARE Act eligibility criteria, including clinical diagnosis and other eligibility criteria related to impact on daily living. We also review the key points in the CARE Act process where eligibility is documented and determined.
Per updates in Senate Bill 27, as of January 1, 2026, bipolar I disorder with psychotic features, except psychosis related to intoxication, is an eligible diagnosis. This training has been updated to reflect this update. For more information, see the Senate Bill 27 brief.
The Considerations for CARE Act Eligibility: Initial, Ongoing, and Complex Cases training provides an overview of key considerations for CARE Act eligibility, including a panel discussion with county colleagues on how to handle complex eligibility scenarios.
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