Special Programs for the Aging, Title III, Part D, Disease Prevention and Health Promotion Services
Program Funding
Annual program obligations reported to SAM.gov.
Who has received this funding
Organizations awarded under CFDA 93.043 (USAspending.gov).
- Department Of Aging California 8 awards $22,985,862
- Health & Human Svc Commn Tx $2,974,669
- New York State Office For The Aging $2,556,582
Program Objective
To develop or strengthen preventive health service and health promotion systems through designated State Agencies on Aging and Area Agencies on Aging. Funds are provided for evidence-based disease prevention and health promotion services including programs related to: physical fitness; medication management; chronic disease self-management education; psychosocial behavioral health intervention; HIV; arthritis; brain health; diabetes; falls prevention; depression; and chronic pain.
Eligibility
Eligible Applicants
- U.S. State Government
- U.S. Territory Government
Only States and U.S. Territories which have State Agencies on Aging designated by the governors are eligible to receive these grants.
How to Apply
Award Procedure
The Administration on Aging awards funds through a statutory formula to State Agencies on Aging. State agencies approve and award funds to substate level organizations, which they have designated.
Decision Timeline
- Approval: From 90 to 120 days
States are entitled to these grants by statute.
Program details & compliance
Description
To develop or strengthen preventive health service and health promotion systems through designated State Agencies on Aging and Area Agencies on Aging. Funds are provided for evidence-based disease prevention and health promotion services including programs related to: physical fitness; medication management; chronic disease self-management education; psychosocial behavioral health intervention; HIV; arthritis; brain health; diabetes; falls prevention; depression; and chronic pain.
Mission Categories
Primary: Old Age Assistance
Use of Funds
Allowed Uses
Funds are awarded to States to develop or strengthen preventive health service and health promotion systems through designated State Agencies on Aging and Area Agencies on Aging. A State plan covering 2, 3, or 4 years, with annual revisions as necessary, must be submitted to the Administration for Community Living regional office for approval. Funds are to be used only for disease prevention and health promotion programs which have been demonstrated through rigorous evaluation to be evidence-based and effective. Funds are used to implement evidence-based programs for preventive health services to be provided at senior centers or alternative sites as appropriate. The preventive health services under this part may not include services eligible for reimbursement under Medicare.
Required Documentation
Contact the headquarters or regional location, as appropriate for application deadlines