Through federal CARES Act funding and now American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding, the Department of Health and Social Services has a responsibility to listen to Delawareans on how the money should be spent, to meet the detailed requirements associated with the funding and, most importantly, to be strong financial stewards. As funding is committed, DHSS will share those details on this page.
Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS)
In support of Delawareans with disabilities, their families, and vulnerable seniors, Delaware’s Medicaid program is allocating $50 million in one-time funding for home and community-based services.
Learn MoreCAPITAL CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS
To replace critical facilities that are aging or insufficient, a new Delaware Hospital for the Chronically Ill will be built and the Division of Public Health Laboratory will be expanded.
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HEALTH CARE
RELIEF
FUND
More than $92 million was distributed to support 359 Delaware health care providers to improve technology, meet staff/training needs, make environmental modifications and more.
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CHILD CARE
STABILIZATION
FUND
Because of the pandemic’s impact on child care services and the necessity of these services to Delaware’s economy, more than $93 million in grants have been allocated to providers.
Learn MoreLOW-INCOME SPECIAL UTILITY FUNDS
For vulnerable people without stable housing, special funding helped them pay off outstanding utility bills, a barrier that moved them closer to renting a new apartment.
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CONTINUING
COVID-19
RESPONSE
As part of the response, $10 million has been allocated for testing statewide, $1.5 million for testing in child care centers, and $1.1 million to deliver vaccines to people who are homebound.
Learn MoreEXPANDED EMERGENCY BENEFITS
To serve Delaware individuals and families in need, DHSS issues monthly emergency benefits, provides emergency housing assistance, and has a new program for pregnant women without housing.
Learn MoreHEALTH CARE WORKFORCE STABILIZATION
Facing shortages of health care workers, funding has gone to hospitals, long-term care facilities and DHSS’ 24/7 facilities to stabilize the direct-care workforce.
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