The Louisiana Governor's Office of Elderly Affairs has been awarded a $187,713 FY2024 Block Grant from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Administration for Community Living under the Elder Justice Act - Adult Protective Services (CFDA 93.698) program. This two-year grant, running from April 1, 2024 to March 31, 2026, will enable the state agency to enhance and improve its coordinated system of adult protective services for older adults and adults with disabilities across Louisiana.
Key products and services to be delivered through this funding include investigating reports of abuse and exploitation, providing temporary safe havens for vulnerable adults, and connecting victims to critical support services. The overarching objective is to protect vulnerable populations from harm and ensure their safety and well-being through coordinated intervention and support at the state and local levels. As the designated state unit on aging, the Louisiana Governor's Office of Elderly Affairs will administer this block grant to deliver these essential adult protective services across the state.
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