The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) has announced the Geriatrics Workforce Enhancement Program (GWEP) under the funding opportunity number HRSA-24-018. This program, with an estimated total funding of $43,000,000, is designed to significantly enhance the training and education of healthcare professionals in geriatrics. The goal is to better equip the workforce to address the unique needs of older adults, in line with the Age-Friendly Health Systems Framework.
Eligibility for the GWEP extends to a wide range of applicants, including schools of various health disciplines, healthcare facilities, community-based organizations, and accredited graduate programs in health-related fields. The program emphasizes the importance of patient and family engagement and aims to integrate geriatrics with primary care and other specialties to improve health outcomes for the elderly. The application deadline is set for February 26, 2024, offering a vital opportunity for institutions and organizations committed to advancing geriatric care. This initiative represents a significant step forward in addressing the growing healthcare needs of the aging population, fostering a more knowledgeable and responsive healthcare workforce.
Opportunity ID: 349137
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | HRSA-24-018 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Geriatrics Workforce Enhancement Program |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Health |
| Category Explanation: | https://grants.hrsa.gov/2010/Web2External/Interface/FundingCycle/ExternalView.aspx?fCycleID=330f15e0-e8bd-4301-8ad3-1ed2604ce58a |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 43 |
| CFDA Number(s): | 93.969 — PPHF Geriatric Education Centers |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | Nov 27, 2023 |
| Last Updated Date: | Nov 27, 2023 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Feb 26, 2024 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Feb 26, 2024 |
| Archive Date: | |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $ 43,000,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $1,000,000 |
| Award Floor: | $0 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments) Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | The following domestic entities are eligible applicants: Schools of Allopathic Medicine Schools of Osteopathic Medicine Schools of Nursing Schools of Allied Health Schools of Pharmacy Schools of Dentistry Schools of Public Health Schools of Optometry Schools of Chiropractic Schools of Veterinary Medicine Schools of Podiatric Medicine Physician Assistant Education Programs The following accredited graduate programs are also eligible applicants: Health Administration Behavioral Health and Mental Health Practice including: o Clinical Psychology o Clinical Social Work o Professional Counseling o Marriage and Family Therapy Additional eligible applicants include: o a health care facility o a program leading to certification as a certified nurse assistant, o a partnership of a school of nursing and health care facility, or o a partnership of a program leading to certification as a certified nurse assistant, and a health care facility. Community-based organizations, Tribes, and Tribal organizations may apply if otherwise eligible. All eligible applicants must be accredited. In Attachment 7 the applicant organization must provide: a statement that they hold continuing accreditation from the relevant accrediting body and are not under probation, and the dates of initial accreditation and next accrediting body review. The full letter of accreditation is not required. If a partner institution holds the accreditation for the training program, a letter of agreement should be provided as well. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Health Resources and Services Administration |
| Description: | This notice announces the opportunity to apply for funding under the Geriatrics Workforce Enhancement Program (GWEP). The purpose of the GWEP is to educate and train the health care and supportive care workforces to care for older adults by collaborating with community partners. Applicants must maximize patient and family engagement to address care gaps and improve health outcomes for older adults by integrating geriatrics with primary care and other appropriate specialties using the Age-Friendly Health Systems Framework. |
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| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact: Department of Health and Human Services, Health Resources and Services Administration
GWEP@hrsa.gov |