FY2025 APS- Opioid and Substance Use Disorder Intervention

The Administration for Community Living intends to award up to five cooperative agreements focused on implementing an evidence-informed intervention specifically designed for adult protective services (APS) to address substance use disorders. This initiative targets individuals and families affected by the opioid epidemic, aiming to expand access to in-home and community-based social, health, and mental/behavioral health services for APS clients. The core objective is to equip APS professionals with specialized tools and training that enhance their capacity to improve the health and well-being of vulnerable adults experiencing abuse, neglect, or exploitation who are also impacted by opioid or other substance use issues. This contract opportunity, titled "FY2025 APS - Opioid and Substance Use Disorder Intervention," is overseen by the Department of Health and Human Services' Administration for Community Living. While specifics such as location and set-aside details are not provided, interested applicants can seek additional information through the designated point of contact. The initiative reinforces a strategic effort to integrate substance abuse interventions within protective services, ensuring a comprehensive approach to supporting at-risk populations amid the ongoing opioid crisis.