Navigating healthcare can be complex, especially when you or your loved ones require ongoing support. In Maine, a network of home-based care programs is available to assist individuals with diverse needs, ensuring they receive the right care in the comfort of their own homes and communities. These programs, primarily under the MaineCare umbrella, are designed to improve health outcomes and enhance the quality of life for Maine residents.
Understanding Maine’s Community Care Teams (CCT) and HOME Program
Community Care Teams (CCTs) in Maine are vital partnerships between primary care practices and community providers. They are structured to support MaineCare members dealing with chronic conditions and those at risk of experiencing poor health or high healthcare service utilization. These teams work collaboratively to provide comprehensive support, often extending into the home environment.
A specialized component within CCTs is the HOME Provider program. HOME specifically focuses on outreach and engagement services for MaineCare members facing long-term homelessness. By addressing housing instability, the HOME program aims to stabilize a crucial social determinant of health, enabling individuals to better manage their health conditions from a more secure home base. Detailed information about CCT and HOME programs, including provider requirements, can be found in the MaineCare Benefits Manual Chapter II and Chapter III, Section 91.
Applications for both CCT and HOME providers are currently being accepted. Interested organizations can apply through the online application portal for CCT and online application for HOME programs. For inquiries regarding the CCT or HOME program, including events and meetings, please reach out via email at HH-BHH email box.
Behavioral Health Homes (BHH): Integrated Care at Home
Behavioral Health Homes (BHHs) represent another crucial aspect of Maine’s home-based care network. These are health care teams embedded within licensed community mental health agencies. BHHs are dedicated to managing the integrated physical and behavioral health needs of eligible adults and children. By providing a team-based approach within a community mental health setting, BHHs ensure that individuals receive holistic care coordination that can extend to in-home support and planning. More information about BHHs and provider guidelines is available in the MaineCare Benefits Manual.
The application process for BHH providers is also open. Organizations seeking to become BHH providers can apply through the online application. To offer BHH services, providers must first meet the standards set by MaineCare and Children’s Behavioral Health Services (CBHS) for Targeted Case Management (TCM). Providers have the option to offer TCM, BHH services, or both. A list of approved Section 13 TCM providers for CBHS, including those serving children, is available for reference. For questions about the BHH project, upcoming events, or meetings, please contact the BHH email box.
Specialized Programs: MaineMOM and Opioid Health Homes (OHH)
Beyond CCTs and BHHs, Maine offers specialized home-based care programs tailored to specific populations. MaineMOM Services, for example, delivers comprehensive and coordinated care to pregnant and postpartum MaineCare members who are dealing with Opioid Use Disorder (OUD) and their infants. These services include perinatal care, care plan development, transition support, community resource referrals, and substance use education, all aimed at providing a strong foundation for both mother and child within their home environment.
The MaineMOM provider application is currently open, and interested parties can apply via the online application here. For questions about MaineMOM Services or the application process, please contact [email protected]. Further details on MaineMOM service requirements are available in the MaineCare Benefits Manual, Chapter II, Section 89.
Opioid Health Homes (OHHs) are another critical program, focusing on team-based treatment for opioid use disorder. OHHs offer medication-assisted treatment, counseling, and comprehensive care management to eligible MaineCare members and uninsured individuals. The OHH model emphasizes a team approach to support both individuals in treatment and the providers delivering care, often facilitating care coordination within the community and potentially the home. Details about OHH and provider requirements can be found in the MaineCare Benefits Manual.
Applications for OHH providers are open through the online OHH application. For questions related to OHHs, please contact the Opioid Health Home email box.
Maine’s commitment to home-based care programs demonstrates a dedication to providing accessible, community-focused healthcare solutions. These programs offer essential support for various populations, ensuring that Maine residents can receive the care they need to thrive in their own homes and communities. For additional information on quality measurement within these Health Homes programs, please click here.
