4.07 Complex Needs Service Enhancement System of Care Grant
Application Deadline TODAY Wednesday, Jan. 31, 2024
HCPF received funding through Section 9817 of the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) to build systems of care and support that recognize and leverage the needs and capabilities of various populations. This grant will focus on expanding, enhancing, and strengthening the capacity of existing service providers to serve people receiving home and community-based waiver services (HCBS) in a residential setting with disabilities and complex behavior support needs.
HCPF has allocated $500,000 to this grant program for up to 100 awardees that may receive between $5,000 and $50,000 in funding.
Eligible organizations can apply by Wednesday, Jan. 31, 2024, using the online application.
Through this grant program, specific types of HCBS residential providers may apply for funds for projects that will enable agencies to better serve people with complex behavioral and/or medical support needs that require intensive supports and interventions, to include materials, home modifications, use of a consultant, and/or equipment that are not already billable to Medicaid. These funds are not for the purpose of directly providing ongoing services.
A Question and Answer webinar will be held Tuesday, Jan. 16, 2024, 3 to 4 p.m. MT.
To submit any questions, email Kathleen Homan.
View more information about the grant including the request for application
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5.01 Case Management Agencies Care and Case Management (CCM) Stabilization Support
HCPF is working with case management agencies, local area organizations, and stakeholders to plan for CMRD and the multiple phases of the new CCM. This funding will provide support to case management agencies for unexpected costs outside of previous funding opportunities or existing reimbursement structure during transitions to implement CMRD, to support staff retention, assist with data clean-up in the CCM, digitization and/or storage of documents and unexpected demands related to the Public Health Emergency Unwind.
Maximum Award Amount: $2,000 per CCM User for Staff Retention; $120,000 for Software, Digitization Efforts and/or Temporary or New Staffing
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7.02 Member Emergency Preparedness
Surviving in Place Backup Power Supply Systems
HCPF has recognized the importance of being prepared for a power outage emergency for people who use life-sustaining medical devices. With funding made available through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) and in collaboration with The Center for Inclusive Design and Engineering (CIDE), we will be distributing Battery Backup Power Supply Systems to eligible Health First Colorado members, assisting them in having the necessary equipment to be better prepared and in maintaining their health, safety and independence.
If you are interested in getting a Backup Power Supply System, please complete the application. Once received, the application will be reviewed, information verified, and a determination made if the applicant qualifies. There is a limited supply and a final decision will be made on eligibility and the availability of devices. All applicants will be notified of their results within two months of receipt of the application. All questions should be directed to Julia Beems at 303-315-1284 or julia.beems@ucdenver.edu.
For more information about the project visit the Surviving in Place webpage.
Surviving in Place Emergency Go-Kits
With funding made available through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) and in collaboration with The Center for Inclusive Design and Engineering (CIDE), we will be distributing emergency go-kits to eligible Health First Colorado members.
An Emergency go kit is a collection of essential items specific to your needs that you can quickly grab and take with you in an emergency or evacuation. It can contain all necessary supplies in one place for easy access in a hurry.
Go kits are customized based on any medications, assistive technology, or special needs that a member may have. Kits should be kept in a designated location, such as near the front door or in your car trunk, so it can be easily grabbed when needed.
If you are interested in getting a go kit, please complete the application. Once received, the application will be reviewed, information verified, and a determination made if the applicant qualifies. There is a limited supply and a final decision will be made on eligibility and the availability of kits. All questions should be directed to Julia Beems at 303-315-1284 or julia.beems@ucdenver.edu.
For more information about the project visit the Surviving in Place webpage.
Training Fund Grants Open for Individual Direct Care Workers and HCBS Providers
HCPF is offering short-term grant funding to incentivize and expand training opportunities for the Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) workforce. The grants will fund higher-level skills that will promote greater retention within the HCBS workforce. The maximum award amount per application for direct care workers is $500 and for HCBS providers is $100,000.
Eligible applicants include:
- Individual, age 18 or older, who is currently working in a direct care role within any of Colorado’s Home & Community-Based Service (HCBS) Waivers; or
- Individual, age 18 or older, who desires training to enter direct care within Colorado’s HCBS Waiver workforce; or
- Also included within this workforce, are Certified Nurse Aides and Home Health Aides within Long-Term Home Health; or
- Currently enrolled Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waiver providers; and
- Training vendor/provider that develops/delivers training/specialization for the HCBS workforce.
Interested in learning more about how this grant could support higher-level skills for the HCBS workforce?
Visit the grant program information page to get more details and apply today!
Questions? Email us at hcpf_dcworkforce@state.co.us
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