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Illinois MFP Demonstration Program – Outreach by Ombudsmen
Illinois Medicaid - HFS·IL · Geriatrics·Provider Notice
Effective date
Apr 26, 2010
We identified it
Jun 21, 2026
Summary
Illinois nursing homes must now facilitate access for ombudsmen conducting outreach to residents about the Money Follows the Person (MFP) Demonstration Program, which helps residents transition from nursing homes to community care. This is an administrative notice requiring cooperation with state transition coordinators and ombudsmen.
Action Required
Nursing facility administrators should facilitate access to residents, staff caregivers, and records for ombudsmen and transition coordinators working with potential MFP candidates. Contact Jean Summerfield at 312-793-3872 with questions about the program.