The City of Cincinnati was awarded a $147,964 Project Grant from the Bureau of Justice Assistance (CFDA 16.015 - Missing Alzheimer's Disease Patient Assistance Program) to enhance and expand the GRASP program, which is designed to reduce injuries and deaths of missing individuals with dementia and developmental disabilities. The grant funding will be used to: 1) grow community awareness and partnerships; 2) provide responder training; 3) accelerate notification using tracking technology; 4) support individuals and families; and 5) ensure program sustainability. The program will leverage cross-beneficial partnerships to implement a person-centered care approach, including collaboration with the Greater Cincinnati Alzheimer's Association, Dementia Inclusive, the Regional Autism Advisory Council of Southwest Ohio, and the Cincinnati Public School System. Key activities include procuring locative tracking technologies, delivering specialized training for first responders, and conducting public awareness campaigns. The performance period for this grant is from October 1, 2024 to September 30, 2027.
Mod # | Description | Reason For Modification | Federal Obligation (Click to sort descending) | Date (Click to sort ascending) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Not listed | $148.0k | 9/27/24 |