The Administration for Community Living (ACL) has announced two new grant opportunities under its Administration on Aging (AoA) division to combat the growing issue of falls among older adults and adults with disabilities. Applications for both opportunities are due by Thursday, February 27, 2025, at 11:59 p.m. ET.
Funding Opportunities Overview
- Reducing Falls Among Adults With Behavioral Health and Chronic Conditions
- This initiative focuses on developing and implementing statewide strategies to deliver and sustain evidence-based falls prevention programs. The target population includes older adults and individuals with disabilities who are at risk of falls and social isolation.
- An optional informational conference call will be held on Friday, January 3, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. ET.
- Expanding Strategies for Community Evidence-Based Falls Prevention Programming
- This grant aims to support partnerships and innovative, person-centered approaches to reduce falls risk among older adults and adults with disabilities. Successful applicants will implement evidence-based falls prevention strategies within their communities.
- An optional informational conference call will be held on Monday, January 6, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. ET.
Application Details
The Notices of Funding Opportunity are listed under:
- HHS-2025-ACL-AOA-FPSG-0007: Expanding Community-Based Falls Prevention Programming
- HHS-2025-ACL-AOA-FPSG-0008: Statewide Strategies for Behavioral Health and Chronic Conditions Falls Prevention
Applicants can find detailed information and instructions on the ACL website. Questions regarding the grants should be directed to lisa.caslerhaun@acl.hhs.gov.
Background on ACL and the Older Americans Act
The ACL’s Administration on Aging is dedicated to enhancing the independence and inclusion of older adults and individuals with disabilities. It operates under the Older Americans Act of 1965, which supports the well-being of older individuals by funding programs that help them live independently in their communities.
This funding is part of ACL’s broader mission to address critical health issues affecting older Americans and ensure their safety and independence.
For more information and application resources, visit ACL.gov.