HFS Social Health Care Network (SHCN) Program

The Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services (HFS) is seeking a statewide network system entity to build and manage a network of community-based organizations (CBOs) that will deliver health-related social needs services, community health worker services, and other community-based services. The selected entity will be responsible for developing, strengthening, supporting, and continuously managing the network of CBOs. The entity must have strong connections to the communities served, be able to develop and manage a statewide network, and have the ability to make and monitor subgrants. • The entity must be a nonprofit organization with 501(c)(3) status and be in good standing with the Illinois Secretary of State. • The entity must have an established governance structure and be able to demonstrate financial soundness. • The entity must be able to provide training, technical assistance, and capacity-building funding to CBOs. • The entity must be able to manage and monitor subgrants and ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.