Enhancing State No Wrong Door Systems for Efficient Access to Long-Term Services and Supports
ID: 357720Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Administration for Community Living (HHS-ACL)

Award Range

$350K - $450K

Eligible Applicants

Unrestricted

Funding Category

Health

Funding Instrument

Cooperative Agreement

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes
Timeline
    Description

    The Administration for Community Living (ACL) is offering a funding opportunity titled "Enhancing State No Wrong Door Systems for Efficient Access to Long-Term Services and Supports," aimed at supporting states in improving their No Wrong Door (NWD) systems. This initiative seeks to provide up to $4 million through ten cooperative agreements over two years, focusing on the modernization of NWD operations to facilitate better access to long-term services and supports (LTSS) through enhanced coordination among various state agencies. The program emphasizes person-centered approaches, streamlined eligibility processes, and improved technological infrastructure, ultimately contributing to a more efficient public service delivery system. Interested applicants, including public and private non-profit entities, local governments, and tribes, must submit their applications electronically by March 17, 2025, with letters of intent encouraged by February 19, 2025. For further inquiries, applicants can contact Ami Patel at ami.patel@acl.hhs.gov.

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    The Administration for Community Living (ACL) is initiating a funding opportunity titled "Enhancing State No Wrong Door Systems for Efficient Access to Long-Term Services and Supports" (HHS-2025-ACL-CIP-NWGV-0029). This program aims to provide up to $4 million through ten grants over two years to support states in enhancing their No Wrong Door (NWD) systems, which facilitate access to long-term services and supports (LTSS). Eligible applicants include public and private non-profit entities, local governments, tribes, and other organizations. The funding encourages the modernization of NWD operations, focusing on person-centered approaches, streamlined eligibility processes, and improved technological infrastructure for better coordination among multiple state agencies. Applicants are expected to outline measurable outcomes, establish governance structures, and document sustainability strategies. The project goals revolve around increasing outreach, enhancing referrals, improving service coordination, and ensuring efficient eligibility determination processes. Applications must be submitted electronically by March 17, 2025, and letters of intent are encouraged by February 19, 2025. An informational conference will precede the application deadline to assist potential applicants. The initiative reflects the federal commitment to improving access to LTSS for diverse populations, ultimately contributing to a more efficient public service delivery system.
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