Frequently Asked Questions
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How can I get MHSA funding for my program?
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All interested vendors should register with the Orange County Procurement Office and will need to bid on goods and services through a competitive and fair process.
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How can I get MHSA housing?
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MHSA housing is offered to individuals with serious mental illness who are homeless or at risk of homelessness and are receiving MHSA services in Orange County.
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Is Orange County deliberately holding onto money?
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No. As specified in SB 192, OC HCA maintains the recommended amount of prudent reserve money (33% of preceding 5-year average) to ensure services can continue in years in which revenue is below recent averages.
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What are you doing about the homelessness problem in Orange County?
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OC HCA works with Orange County Housing Authority (OCHA) and California Housing Finance Agency (CalHFA) to provide housing for individuals with serious mental illness who are homeless or at risk of homelessness.
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How can I get on the Orange County MHSA Steering Committee?
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Please come to the Orange County MHSA Steering Committee to get more information.
