MIPPA Medicare Beneficiary Outreach and Assistance Program: Funding for OAA Title VI Native American Programs
ID: 354447Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Administration for Community Living (HHS-ACL)

Award Range

$2K - $15K

Eligible Applicants

Federally Recognized Native American Tribal Governments

Funding Category

Income Security and Social Services

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Mandatory

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/354447
Timeline
    Description

    The Administration for Community Living (ACL) is offering funding through the Medicare Improvements for Patients and Providers Act (MIPPA) to support outreach and assistance programs for Native American elders regarding Medicare benefits. Eligible applicants, specifically current Title VI Native American Program grantees, are required to conduct at least one community announcement and outreach event aimed at informing the targeted population about Medicare benefits, particularly for those eligible for the Low-Income Subsidy (LIS) and Medicare Savings Program (MSP). This initiative is crucial for enhancing healthcare support and awareness among Native American seniors, facilitating their access to Medicare resources and related services. The total funding available for fiscal year 2024 is $600,000, with individual grants ranging from $2,000 to $15,000, and applications must be submitted via email by July 31, 2024. For further inquiries, interested parties can contact Sara Vogler at sara.vogler@acl.hhs.gov or by phone at 202-795-7461.

    Point(s) of Contact
    sara.vogler@acl.hhs.gov
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    FY24 MIPPA for Title VI Application Form.pdf
    FY24 MIPPA for Title VI Instructions.pdf
    FY24.pdf
    The U.S. Administration for Community Living (ACL) is offering funding through the Medicare Improvements for Patients and Providers Act (MIPPA) for outreach and assistance to Native American elders regarding Medicare benefits. The total budget for FY 2024 is $600,000, with each eligible grantee receiving at least $2,000 for the coordination of one community announcement and one outreach event targeting beneficiaries likely eligible for Low-Income Subsidy (LIS) or Medicare Savings Program (MSP). Eligible applicants are current Title VI Native American Program grantees. Applications are due by July 31, 2024, and must be submitted via email. The initiative aims to enhance enrollment assistance for Medicare Part D, prevention benefits, and related services, while encouraging collaborations with local agencies. The project period runs from September 1, 2024, to August 31, 2025. Reporting requirements include documentation of funded events within 90 days and a final financial report by the project’s end date. This funding opportunity is designed to ease access to Medicare resources for older Native Americans and promote health awareness in their communities.
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