Pediatric Mental Health Care Coordination Service Expansion Grant Program

The Pediatric Mental Health Care Coordination Service Expansion funding opportunity is administered by the Wyoming Department of Health, Public Health Division, through the Maternal and Child Health Unit’s Youth and Young Adult Health Program. This initiative is designed to expand the use of the Care Solace mental health care coordination platform into clinical healthcare settings across Wyoming. Care Solace has already been implemented in schools statewide, providing access to mental health coordination services for children, and this funding seeks to extend those benefits into primary care clinics and hospital environments. The program reflects a broader state-level effort to improve early identification and treatment of pediatric mental and behavioral health concerns by integrating coordination tools directly into clinical workflows. The primary purpose of this funding opportunity is to support healthcare providers in adopting and operationalizing the Care Solace platform within their organizations. Rather than funding infrastructure or software licensing, which is already covered by the state, the grant specifically compensates for staff time dedicated to training and workflow development. This includes time spent attending platform training sessions and creating or refining internal processes that integrate Care Solace into routine patient care. The initiative emphasizes practical implementation, ensuring that clinics and hospitals can effectively use the platform to connect pediatric patients with appropriate mental health resources. Funding may be used for salary and wages of both clinical and non-clinical staff who participate in training or contribute to workflow development, as well as for supplies and materials necessary to support these activities. However, funds cannot be used for capital expenditures such as construction, land or building purchases, vehicles, major medical equipment, or one-time events. This delineation ensures that resources are focused on workforce capacity and system integration rather than physical or capital improvements. All awarded funds must be expended by September 30, 2026, and reimbursement requests must be submitted by October 9, 2026, following verification of completed training. Eligibility is limited to Wyoming-based healthcare entities that provide services to pediatric patients. This includes primary care clinics such as pediatric and family practice outpatient settings, as well as hospitals with emergency departments or inpatient behavioral health services for children. Applicants must be actively registered in SAM.gov and possess a valid Unique Entity Identifier, reflecting the federal funding source supporting this opportunity. The program is structured to ensure geographic and clinical diversity, with prioritization given to applicants that help expand access across underrepresented areas and settings if demand exceeds available funding. Applications are submitted either through an online Google Form or by completing a provided application form and emailing it to the designated program contact. Required application components include organizational details, contact information, licensure types of providers, confirmation of training commitment, funding request amount, and the number of staff to be trained. Applicants must agree to complete training by the specified deadline as a condition of funding. The submission process is straightforward, focusing on operational readiness and commitment to implementation rather than extensive narrative proposals. The application window opened in March 2026 and operates on a rolling basis until June 30, 2026, at 11:59 PM Mountain Time, or until available funds are fully allocated. Award decisions are made continuously, with applicants notified within two weeks of submission. This rolling structure allows for rapid deployment of resources and timely onboarding of participating organizations. The total program funding is capped at 96,000 dollars, with individual awards limited to a maximum request of 1,400 dollars per applicant. Program oversight and communication are managed by the Youth and Young Adult Health Program, with a designated contact available for inquiries. Following award selection, recipient information is shared with Care Solace to coordinate training delivery. The timeline for implementation is tightly structured, requiring completion of training by September 30, 2026, ensuring that funded organizations can quickly begin integrating the platform into patient care. Overall, this funding opportunity represents a targeted investment in workforce readiness and system coordination to enhance pediatric mental health support statewide.

Prioritize readiness to implement training and workflows; applications may be prioritized for geographic and clinical diversity