A man with severe and persistent mental illness (SPMI) has a long history of hospital admissions and legal problems. As a result of his SPMI, the man has frequently been homeless. What is the most likely source of funding for this client's care?
A) Health insurance
B) Municipal budget allocations
C) Federal grants
D) Medicaid
Ans: D
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Medicaid funding, although limited in noninstitutional settings, remains the primary source for poor people, including most people with SPMI. Health insurance is unlikely and federal and municipal funding is a less common source of funds.
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