Elder Justice Act – Adult Protective Services
Program Funding
Annual program obligations reported to SAM.gov.
Program Objective
To enhance and improve coordinated systems of adult protective services provided by states and local communities for older adults and adults with disabilities. The objective of these services is to investigate reports of abuse and exploitation, provide support and case management, and connect those facing abuse to a variety of protective, emergency, and support services to allow older adults and adults with disabilities to safely remain in their homes and communities. Providing adult protective services through this program insures that older adults and adults with disabilities are able to remain safe in the community.
Eligibility
Eligible Applicants
- U.S. State Government
- U.S. Territory Government
Only States, the District of Columbia, and US Territories which have legal responsibility for providing adult protective services are eligible to receive these grants.
The eligible entity for these awards is the agency or unit of state government legally responsible for providing adult protective services in each state and territory (EJA Section 2042(b)(3)(B)).
How to Apply
Award Procedure
Awards will be made as formula grants to each agency and unit of state government with the legal responsibility to provide adult protective services that submits a letter of assurance, consistent with the formula identified in Section 2042(b) of the Elder Justice Act.
Decision Timeline
- Approval: From 30 to 60 days
Program details & compliance
Description
Funds awarded under this program provide Adult Protective Services (APS) programs in the states with resources to enhance, improve, and expand the ability of APS to receive reports of and investigate allegations of abuse, neglect, and exploitation.
Mission Categories
Primary: Disabled and Handicapped Services
Use of Funds
Allowed Uses
Allowable uses of funding are activities that enhance, improve, and expand the ability of APS to receive reports and investigate allegations of abuse, neglect, and exploitation.
Required Documentation
A Letter of Assurance is required to be submitted by the eligible entity in order to receive an award and must assure that the award recipient is the agency or unit of state government legally responsible for providing adult protective services in each state and territory.
Reporting & Compliance
Applicable 2 CFR 200 Subparts
- Subpart B — General Provisions
- Subpart C — Pre-Federal Award Requirements
- Subpart D — Post-Federal Award Requirements
- Subpart E — Cost Principles