Individuals enrolled in Apple Health (Medicaid), Public Employees Benefits Board, and School Employees Benefits Board coverage - and those accessing behavioral health services - will not experience a disruption in care due to the federal government shutdown. In addition, health care providers will continue to be paid for the services they provide. We will continue to monitor the situation closely and share updates if anything changes.
WISe provides team-bases, intensive behavioral health support for eligible individuals in Washington State.
WISe is for individuals age 20 or younger who:
As of late 2021, WISe is also available to undocumented individuals who meet eligibility.
Learn more:
WISe and children
For more information about WISe for children, see WAC 182-505-0210: Eligibility for children and the WISe and Children's Long Term Inpatient Program (CLIP).
HCA launched the WISe Quality Plan project in February 2024. It will continue through mid-2025 and is currently in Phase 2.
Training for WISe providers is available through the WISe workforce collaborative via The Bridge.
HCA shares detailed implementation and quality management reports, including:
Young children (birth to age 5) with qualifying mental health conditions can receive services through WISe. Extra tools and guidance are available for providers working with this age group.
CANS B-5: Use the early childhood version of the Child and Adolescent Needs and Strengths (CANS) assessment for youth under 6.
For more details, view the WISe Birth though 5 section in the WISe manual.
(Updated April 2025)
Email: WISe support
