Federal Grant Award Summary

The Nevada Department of Health and Human Services received a formula grant award of $220,132.00 from the Administration on Aging under the Developmental Disabilities Basic Support and Advocacy Grants program (CFDA 93.630) for fiscal year 2026. The award period runs from October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2027. This funding supports the development and implementation of a comprehensive system of services designed to enable individuals with developmental disabilities to achieve independence, productivity, and full community integration within Nevada.

The grant funds support a range of advocacy and support services including legal advocacy, rights protection, benefits counseling, assistive technology support, community integration initiatives, investigation of abuse and neglect, voting access facilitation, and systems change efforts. These services are delivered through the designated state agency structure to enhance the ability of individuals with developmental disabilities to exercise control and choice in their lives while developing skills that promote self-determination and personal growth. Consistent with program requirements, Nevada's participation in this basic developmental disabilities program is contingent upon its concurrent participation in the related protection and advocacy program.