Block Grant 2501RIEJPS

The Rhode Island Office of Healthy Aging received a $102,420 block grant award 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, with a period of performance from April 1, 2025 to March 31, 2027, aims to enhance and improve coordinated systems of adult protective services for older adults and adults with disabilities across Rhode Island.

The grant funding will enable the Rhode Island Office of Healthy Aging to deliver key services, including investigating reports of abuse and exploitation, providing temporary safe havens for vulnerable adults, and connecting victims to critical support services. As the designated state unit on aging, the Office will utilize this grant to protect vulnerable populations from harm and ensure their safety and well-being through coordinated intervention and support at the state and local levels. The Office may also sub-award portions of the grant to local government entities, non-profit organizations, and community service providers to expand service delivery across Rhode Island.