Strengthening the Direct Care Workforce: A Technical Assistance and Capacity Building Initiative
Department of Health and Human Services , Administration for Community Living
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- Who can apply
- County governments, State governments, City or township governments, Public and state-controlled colleges, Private colleges and universities, Federally recognized tribal governments
Details from the funder
Foreign entities are not eligible to compete for, or receive, awards made under this announcement. Faith-based and community organizations that meet the eligibility requirements are eligible to receive awards under this funding opportunity announcement.
About this grant
The Administration for Community Living (ACL) intends to fund one (1) three-year cooperative agreement to maintain and expand the Direct Care Workforce Strategies Center. The primary goal of this initiative is to support cross-sector efforts to address the current shortage and high turnover rate of direct care workers. By strengthening this workforce, ACL aims to ensure that older adults, people with disabilities, and family caregivers can safely live, work, and fully participate in their communities.
Grant details
- Total available
- $2M
- Expected awards
- 1
- Type
- Cooperative agreement
- Opportunity number
- HHS-2027-ACL-AOD-DNDP-0016
Questions? katherine.cargill-willis@acl.hhs.gov
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