Civil Money Penalty Reinvestment Grant

This grant allows applicants to apply for funding to implement programs for improving Skilled Nursing Facility residents' quality of life. Projects may span topics such as training, culture change and direct improvements to quality of life, direct improvements to quality of care, and other applicable topics. This grant opportunity allows Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNFs), non-profit organizations, consumer advocacy organizations, and more to apply for funding to execute projects to improve the lives of SNF residents. Examples of projects include, but are not limited to, developing and implementing methods to increase Person-Centered Care, Infection Control Training, Arts and Engagement projects, and other topics. Examples of projects that will not be approved for CMP funding include, but are not limited to, research-only projects, projects with an indirect benefit to nursing residents, capital improvements to a facility, duplication of CMS requirements, paying for nursing home staff salaries, or high-dollar, complex technology, such as but not limited to engagement technology, telemedicine, alert systems, virtual reality, artificial intelligence, etc.  Applicants must use the template provided on the CDPH website. Projects may vary in length up to a maximum of 36 months. Award size is dependent on project request up to the allowable amount.  Keywords: Civil Money Penalty, CMP, CDPH, CMS, Skilled Nursing Facility, Reinvestment, Public Health, SNF

Business; Individual; Nonprofit; Public Agency; Tribal Government Examples of eligible organizations include, but are not limited to: State Agencies, Government Entities, Nursing Facilities & Corporations, Educational &Research Institutions, Industry Associations, Consumer Advocacy Organizations & Resident Representatives, Commercial, and Quality-Focused Organizations. Geography: Applicants may be based nationwide, however the projects must involve certified Skilled Nursing Facilities within California. Matching funds: Not Required

Read the full announcement on the California Grants Portal before you start. Contact: email: CMPGrantApplications@cdph.ca.gov; tel: 1-279-667-2365;