Services Program for Residential Treatment for Pregnant and Postpartum Women
🏛 Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Adminis (HHS-SAMHS-SAMHSA)
Can you apply?
This grant is for organizations providing residential treatment services to pregnant and postpartum women with substance use disorders or mental health conditions. Eligible applicants typically include 501(c)(3) nonprofits, public hospitals, community health centers, and state/local government agencies with demonstrated experience in maternal health, behavioral health, or addiction treatment. The program supports comprehensive residential treatment that addresses both medical and psychosocial needs during and after pregnancy. Geographic scope is nationwide, and priority is often given to areas with unmet treatment needs for this vulnerable population. Activities supported include clinical treatment, case management, childcare, and recovery support services.
Program description
The purpose of this program is to provide comprehensive services for pregnant and postpartum women with substance use disorders across the continuum of residential settings that support treatment and sustain recovery. Treatment and recovery support services should be provided to pregnant and postpartum women and their dependent children who may reside with the women while in treatment.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants
- 501(c)(3) Public Charity
- Community Health Center
- FQHC (Federally Qualified Health Center)
- Hospital
- State Government
Demographic focus
How to apply
Application links
Required documents
- SF-424 and SF-424 Supplement (federal application form)
- Project Narrative (typically 15-20 pages describing need, goals, methods, and evaluation)
- Detailed budget and budget narrative with line-item justifications
- Letters of support from partner organizations (OB/GYN providers, hospitals, referring agencies)
- Evidence of organizational capacity (staff résumés, organizational chart, audited financials)
- Evaluation plan with specific performance measures for pregnancy outcomes and treatment retention
- Written organizational policies on trauma-informed care and integrated treatment protocols
- Documentation of community needs assessment and gap analysis
Program contact
- 👤 Amy Smith
- 📧 PPW@samhsa.hhs.gov
- 📞 240-276-2892
Funding track record
No recent recipient data available for CFDA 93.490 in our database.
This can happen for newer programs, programs that use non-standard award types (loans, direct payments, fellowships), or those funded through sub-agencies under different codes.
Funding history
Annual funding for this program — Federal obligations (CFDA 93.490). How funding has trended year over year.
| 2026 est. | $545,000,000 |
FAQ
Who can apply for this grant?
Eligible applicants typically include 501(c)(3) public charities, public/private hospitals, community health centers, FQHCs, state/local health departments, and tribal organizations with experience providing behavioral health or maternal health services.
What types of services should programs provide?
Residential treatment programs should provide comprehensive services including medication-assisted treatment, mental health counseling, obstetric/gynecologic care, parenting support, case management, and child care services.
Are there geographic preferences or requirements?
While nationwide competition applies, SAMHSA typically prioritizes funding for areas with significant gaps in residential treatment capacity for pregnant/postpartum women and underserved communities.
What funding amounts are typical?
SAMHSA grant amounts for residential services programs typically range from $400,000 to $800,000 annually, though actual awards vary based on program scope and applicant needs assessment.
What is the application process timeline?
Applicants should monitor Grants.gov for official funding announcement with specific application deadlines; SAMHSA programs typically allow 60-90 days from announcement to submission deadline.
💡 Tips for applicants
- Clearly demonstrate your organization's existing capacity in residential treatment, maternal health, or behavioral health. Include staff qualifications, current services, and track record serving this population.
- Develop a detailed needs assessment showing the gap in residential treatment capacity for pregnant/postpartum women in your service area using local epidemiological data.
- Plan for integrated, trauma-informed services addressing both substance use and mental health conditions, with strong coordination between obstetric providers and behavioral health clinicians.
- Include specific performance metrics tied to pregnancy outcomes, treatment retention, relapse prevention, and family stability to show accountability and outcomes focus.
- Budget carefully for childcare, transportation, and other support services that reduce barriers to engagement—evaluators expect recognition that pregnant women have complex retention challenges.
⚠️ Common mistakes
Applications often underestimate the complexity of coordinating obstetric care with behavioral health treatment and fail to demonstrate partnerships with OB/GYN providers or hospitals. Many applicants lack strong baseline data on treatment needs in their geographic area or don't adequately address how they'll handle medical complications or high-acuity psychiatric cases during pregnancy. Applications that minimize the importance of trauma-informed care, peer support, and family reunification services are less competitive in SAMHSA's current funding environment.
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