Description

The purpose of this program is to provide resources to help reduce the co-occurring epidemics of HIV, Hepatitis, and mental health disorders through accessible, evidence-based, culturally appropriate mental and co-occurring disorder treatment that is integrated with HIV primary care and prevention services. SAMHSA expects that this program will help reduce the incidence of HIV and improve overall health outcomes for those at-risk individuals with a mental health disorder or co-occurring disorder (COD).

Eligibility

Eligible applicants are domestic public and private non-profit entities, states, political subdivisions of states, and federally recognized American Indian/Alaska Native tribes and tribal organizations.

Award Information

Funding Mechanism: Grant

Anticipated Total Available Funding: $8,730,000

Anticipated Number of Awards: 18 (at least two awards intended for tribes/tribal organizations).

Anticipated Award Amount: Up to $485,000 per year per award

Length of Project: Up to 4 years

Cost Sharing/Match Required?: No

Proposed budgets cannot exceed $485,000 in total costs (direct and indirect) in any year of the proposed project. Annual continuation awards will depend on the availability of funds, grantee progress in meeting project goals and objectives, timely submission of required data and reports, and compliance with all terms and conditions of award.)