ADP . . .
is the state agency receiving the federal grant funds being used for vouchers and is responsible for the overall success of the CARE voucher program. ADP approves eligible providers, monitors and assesses provider performance, identifies training and technical assistance needs and facilitates resources to meet those needs, collects and analyzes program data, and generally oversees and supports the program.

MAXIMUS . . .
through a contract with ADP, is the CARE voucher manager. MAXIMUS is the largest provider of program management, consulting, and information technology services to state and local governments, and a leading service provider to the federal government. MAXIMUS staffs a call-in center for provider and client assistance; issues vouchers to clients; tracks voucher clients, services and associated costs; collects required outcome and financial data from providers; and reviews and authorizes payment requests from providers. MAXIMUS also provides outreach and education to potential clients, providers and referral sources. 

The State Controller’s Office . . .
processes payments authorized by MAXIMUS and makes payments directly to providers. The SCO audits tape claims and conducts onsite fiscal audits if fraud or abuse is suspected. SCO is developing an automated payment system that will allow them to process provider payments more quickly.

Assessment Providers . . .
are the entry point for all CARE clients. Youth are referred to an assessment provider from the call-in center, the CARE website, and other referral sources.

Treatment and Recovery Support Services Providers . . .
are state approved community organizations, faith-based entities, and local agencies that offer traditional and nontraditional treatment and recovery support services from which a client can choose.