Strategy to Deliver Evidence-Based Falls Prevention Programs to Older Adults with Behavioral Health and/or Chronic Conditions

This contract opportunity aims to fund organizations that address fall prevention among older adults and adults with disabilities by implementing evidence-based programs tailored to these populations. The initiative emphasizes a person-centered and trauma-informed approach, ensuring interventions are suitable for the specific needs of the targeted groups. Awardees will be expected to establish partnerships and collaborate with entities serving these populations to expand program reach and effectiveness. A key objective is to build organizational capacity to increase participation in falls prevention programs and empower individuals to mitigate their risk. Additionally, the project involves developing and executing a multi-faceted outreach strategy, with all created resources required to meet 508 compliance standards for accessibility. The contract is managed by the Administration for Community Living under the Department of Health and Human Services, with contact information provided for further inquiry. The focus is to strategically deliver these programs particularly to older adults who also have behavioral health issues and/or chronic conditions, reinforcing the goal of comprehensive, accessible, and effective falls risk reduction.