Article Publication Date:
7/1/2008
Summary:
AoA announced $13 million to support state efforts to help individuals with long-term care needs to avoid unnecessary nursing home placement. This includes $10 Million for an AoA Nursing Home Diversion Modernization Grants Program and a special $3 Million funding opportunity made available by the Veterans Health Administration. Only State Units on Aging are eligible to apply, but must involve AAAs and community-based organizations in projects. The application deadline is August 14, 2008.
Types/Tools:
Populations:
Aging/Older Adults
Sources:
Administration on Aging
Programs/Initiatives:
Cash and Counseling
States:
Veteran; Consumer-Directed Service Options;
Contact
Richard Nicholls
Administration on Aging
richard.nicholls@aoa.hhs.gov
Phone:
202-357-0152
Short URL: http://www.advancingstates.org/node/51629