Description

The purpose of this program is to provide an integrated hub that: (1) ensures systematic follow-up of suicidal persons who contact a NSPL Crisis Center; (2) provides enhanced coordination of crisis stabilization, crisis respite, and hospital emergency department services; and (3) enhances coordination with mobile on-site crisis response. In effect, with the resources provided, the hub should not lose track of a person in a suicidal crisis as they interface with crisis systems. It is expected that this program will promote continuity of care to safeguard the well-being of individuals who are at risk of suicide.

Eligibility

Eligibility is limited to NSPL Crisis Centers because they have been specifically trained in NSPL procedures pertaining to follow-up of persons at imminent risk of suicide and risk assessment, and are the only entities that can obtain the required consents from NSPL Crisis Center callers for follow-up activities. This eligibility limitation ensures that the infrastructure is in place to serve high-risk, high priority, and/or underserved populations. Limiting eligibility also ensures that relationships with local and state mental health systems are in place for NSPL Crisis Center callers, and that individuals discharged from partnering agencies receive follow-up care and access to treatment.

Award Information

Funding Mechanism: Grant

Anticipated Total Available Funding: $672,383

Anticipated Number of Awards: 2

Anticipated Award Amount: Up to $336,192 per year

Length of Project: Up to three years

Cost Sharing/Match Required?: No

Proposed budgets cannot exceed $336,192 per year in total costs (direct and indirect) of the proposed project. Annual continuation awards will depend on the availability of funds, recipient progress in meeting project goals and objectives, timely submission of required data and reports, and compliance with all terms and conditions of award.