ACL National Chronic Disease Self-Management Education Resource Center

This contract seeks to fund a single organization through a cooperative agreement to serve as the National Chronic Disease Self-Management Education (CDSME) Resource Center under the Administration for Community Living, part of the Department of Health and Human Services. The Resource Center will function as a key liaison within the aging network, supporting both discretionary and formula funded CDSME grants. Its primary responsibilities include providing tailored technical assistance, delivering high-quality education, and offering a broad array of resources aimed at increasing the engagement of older adults and adults with disabilities in evidence-based CDSME and Self-Management Support Programs. The Resource Center will focus on promoting cost-effective service delivery in alignment with the Older Americans Act, Title III-D. It will enhance the CDSME network by fostering partnerships, supporting data collection and reporting, showcasing program achievements, and engaging relevant stakeholders to ensure the sustainability and long-term impact of these programs. The initiative is part of efforts to improve public health outcomes by empowering individuals to manage chronic diseases effectively, thus contributing to the overall well-being of the targeted populations.