AASD and DSD eList announcement

Date: May 7, 2024
To: Home and community-based services (HCBS) providers and other interested parties
From: DHS Aging and Adult Services and Disability Services divisions
Purpose: To announce a grant opportunity for HCBS providers that support rural and underserved communities
Deadline: 4 p.m. on Friday, June 28, 2024
Contact: MN.GEAR.DHS@state.mn.us

Grants available to HCBS providers that support rural and underserved communities

DHS is accepting proposals for provider capacity grants to support organizations that provide HCBS services. These grants will expand their ability to serve older adults and people with disabilities in rural and underserved communities.

Details

Use the following information to apply:

· Deadline: 4 p.m. on Friday, June 28, 2024

· Application: To apply, refer to DHS – HCBS Provider Capacity Grants for rural and underserved communities.

· Amount: Up to $150,000

Eligibility

Eligible grant applicants include:

· Organizations that want to become an HCBS provider for the first time.

· Current HCBS provider organizations that want to expand their existing services or deliver new services.

The state is particularly interested in organizations that

· Serve the LGBTQ+ population.

· Serve American Indian populations located outside of tribal nations.

· Provide language supports and culturally specific services.

· Implement positive supports.

· Support people with complex needs.

Background information

DHS wants to increase the total number of HCBS providers in Minnesota and the number of HCBS providers that offer culturally specific services.

For more information, refer to DHS – Provider Capacity Grants.

Previous eList announcements

AASD LEAD AGENCY ARCHIVE | DSD LEAD AGENCY ARCHIVE | DSD STAKEHOLDER ARCHIVE