Transitions to Community Living

The State of North Carolina developed Transitions to Community Living (TCL, formerly known as TCLI) for adults who live with serious and persistent mental illness. TCL began as an eligibility criteria for adults with serious and persistent mental illness, as identified in the US Department of Justice Settlement, but will become a centerpiece for Tailored Plans moving forward. LME/ MCOs across the state have been providing education by in reach specialists to individuals living in Adult Care Homes and State Psychiatric Hospitals who qualify for the TCL benefits. In-Reach also provides information about community-based options such as the array of services and supports available; the benefits specific to those who are TCL-eligible, including the availability of rental subsidies and tenancy supports; and other assistance that may be needed for an individual to live successfully in the community.