Employment and Educational Services Program, Legislative Add-on
CSFA Number: 444-24-3278
Agency Name
Department Of Human Services (444)
Agency Identification
Division of Developmental Disabilities
Agency Contact
Erica O'Neal
12177821354
DHS.DDDBCR@Illinois.gov
Short Description
EP!C offers a Community Day Services Program to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. EP!C focus is to provide Employment and Educational services these individuals. With the educational services, participants will learn about different academic topics, such as, math, science, geography, history, English, health, current events, and reading. Participants will also learn about independent living skills, such as, cooking, and personal hygiene. Education services are tailored to each individual’s needs, and ranges from basic to more advanced skill levels. Individuals will be able to take part in various outings, including, shopping, museum visits, art gallery visits, recreational activities, and other activities of interest. EP!C provides employment services to Individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities who wish to pursue employment on following one- to two-step instructions, including matching, sorting, labeling, mail preparation, and other work skills to prepare them for paid employment. Through the Job Placement Services, EP!C helps match individuals to local businesses and organizations to meet their employment needs.
Federal Authorization
N/A
Illinois Statue Authorization
Public Action 103-0006, Article 56, Section 60
Illinois Administrative Rules Authorization
N/A
Objective
Program is intended to: • Enable individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to build the skills and knowledge necessary to enrich their lives through enjoyable, productive, and therapeutic day programming. • Match and train individuals to ensure they are able to perform their work duties effectively and efficiently. • Build social skills and independent living skills.
Prime Recipient
Yes
UGA Program Terms
N/A
Eligible Applicants
Nonprofit Organizations;
Applicant Eligibility
N/A
Beneficiary Eligibility
N/A
Types of Assistance
Non-competitive
Subject / Service Area
Human Services
Credentials / Documentation
N/A
Preapplication Coordination
N/A
Application Procedures
N/A
Criteria Selecting Proposals
N/A
Award Procedures
N/A
Deadlines
N/A
Range of Approval or Disapproval Time
N/A
Appeals
N/A
Renewals
N/A
Formula Matching Requirements
N/A
Uses and Restrictions
N/A
Reports
A. Time Period for Required Periodic Financial Reports. Unless a different reporting requirement is specified in Exhibit E, Grantee shall submit financial reports to Grantor pursuant to Paragraph 10.1 and reports must be submitted no later than 30 days after the quarter ends. B. Time Period for Close-out Reports. Grantee shall submit a Close-out Report pursuant to Paragraph 10.2 and no later than 30 days after this Agreement's end of the period of performance or termination. C. Time Period for Required Periodic Performance Reports. Unless a different reporting requirement is specified in Exhibit E, Grantee shall submit Performance Reports to Grantor pursuant to Paragraph 11.1 and such reports must be submitted no later than 30 days after the quarter ends. D. Time Period for Close-out Performance Reports. Grantee agrees to submit a Close-out Performance Report, pursuant to Paragraph 11.2 and no later than 30 days after this Agreement's end of the period of performance or termination. The Providers will submit reporting to the Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD) on a quarterly basis, utilizing the Periodic Performance Report (GOMBGATU-4001). Quarterly reports will be submitted no later than 15 days after end of each report period. 1st Quarter Reports are due No Later Than (NLT) October 15th, 2nd Quarter Reports are due NLT January 15th, 3rd Quarter Reports are due NLT April 15th, 4th Quarter Reports are due NLT July 15th.
Audits
Grantee shall be subject to the audit requirements contained in the Single Audit Act Amendments of 1996 (31 USC 7501-7507) and Subpart F of 2 CFR Part 200, and the audit rules and policies set forth by the Governor's Office of Management and Budget. See 30 ILCS 708/65(c); 44 Ill. Admin. Code 7000.90
Records
Grantee shall maintain for three (3) years from the date of submission of the final expenditure report, adequate books, all financial records and, supporting documents, statistical records, and all other records pertinent to this Award, adequate to comply with 2 CFR 200.334, unless a different retention period is specified in 2 CFR 200.334 or 44 Ill. Admin. Code 7000.430(a) and (b). If any litigation, claim or audit is started before the expiration of the retention period, the records must be retained until all litigation, claims or audit exceptions involving the records have been resolved and final action taken.
Account Identification
General Revenue Funds, Legislative Add-on
Obligations
FY24 =100,000
Range and Average of Financial Assistance
N/A
Program Accomplishments
N/A
Regulations, Guidelines, and Literature
N/A
Regional or Local Assistance Location
N/A
Headquarters Office
N/A
Program Website
The Division of Developmental Disabilities Hotline 1-888-DD-PLANS (1-888-337-5267) (TTY: 1-866-376-8446) is available to persons and the family of people with developmental disabilities to answer questions on community programs, respite care, and other state services available to persons with a disability. More information is also available visit the Developmental Disabilities Web site.
Example Projects
N/A
Published Date
Funding By Fiscal Year
FY 2024 : $100,000
Federal Funding
None
Notice of Funding Opportunities
Agency IDAward RangeApplication Range
Agency IDGrantee NameStart DateEnd DateAmount
44CCA03514-44CCA03514EPIC07/01/202306/30/2024100,000