Implementing Zero Suicide in Health Systems
ID: 355923Type: Forecasted
Overview

Buyer

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Adminis (HHS-SAMHS-SAMHSA)

Award Range

$0 - $0

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Health

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/355923
Timeline
    Description

    The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is forecasting a grant opportunity titled "Implementing Zero Suicide in Health Systems," aimed at enhancing suicide prevention efforts within health systems. This initiative seeks to implement the Zero Suicide intervention model, a comprehensive approach designed to reduce suicide rates among adults across various healthcare settings, including community-based primary care, behavioral health care, and emergency departments. The program is critical for addressing mental health challenges and improving overall public health outcomes. With an estimated total program funding of $5.3 million and the expectation of awarding seven grants, interested applicants can reach out to Whitcomb Wakefield-Terpening at whitcomb.wakefield-terpening@samhsa.hhs.gov or (240) 276-2911 for further details. The synopsis is expected to be posted on December 2, 2024, with no cost-sharing or matching requirements.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Whitcomb Wakefield-Terpening
    (240) 276-2911
    whitcomb.wakefield-terpening@samhsa.hhs.gov
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