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Improving Health of Americans with Mobility Limitations Through Evidence-Based Health Promotion Programs

ID: CDC-RFA-DD21-2104 • Type: Posted

Description

The Division of Human Development and Disability (DHDD) in CDC's National Center on Birth Defects and Developmental Disabilities (NCBDDD) proposes a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) to solicit applications from agencies of national scope to collaborate with CDC on a non-research Cooperative Agreement titled Improving Health of Americans with Mobility Limitations Through Evidence-based Health Promotion Programs that would build on decades of work with national partners. This Cooperative Agreement would support work through established organizations to improve the mental and physical health of Americans with mobility limitations (ML) across the lifespan through evidence-based health promotion programs. Applicants will propose strategies and activities for improving the health of this target population. Long-term outcomes of this Cooperative Agreement include: Reduced prevalence of chronic physical health conditions (including, but not limited to: diabetes, obesity, heart disease, and hypertension) among people with ML Reduced prevalence of mental health conditions (including, but not limited to: depression and anxiety disorders) among people with ML Improved physical, mental, and emotional wellness among people with ML Reduced prevalence of acute secondary conditions (including, but not limited to: pain, pressure sores, dental problems, sleep disorders, and adjustment disorders) among people with ML Reduced utilization of emergency medical care and emergency dental procedures among people with ML Reduced prevalence of vaccine-preventable illness among people with ML Improved sustainability of inclusive health promotion programs, policies, systems, and environments
Background
The Division of Human Development and Disability (DHDD) in CDC's National Center on Birth Defects and Developmental Disabilities (NCBDDD) proposes a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) to solicit applications from agencies of national scope to collaborate with CDC on a non-research Cooperative Agreement titled 'Improving Health of Americans with Mobility Limitations Through Evidence-based Health Promotion Programs' that would build on decades of work with national partners. This Cooperative Agreement would support work through established organizations to improve the mental and physical health of Americans with mobility limitations (ML) across the lifespan through evidence-based health promotion programs. Applicants will propose strategies and activities for improving the health of this target population.

Grant Details
This NOFO addresses health disparities among children and adults with mobility limitations (ML) and focuses on health promotion and wellness among this population. The program is authorized under the Public Health Service Act, Section 317C (42 U.S.C. 247b-4, as amended). The NOFO primarily addresses Healthy People 2030 topic areas for Disability and Health; and Access to Health Services. It aligns with national agendas and strategies such as The Current State of Healthcare for People with Disabilities, The Future of Disability in America, U.S. Surgeon General’s Call to Action to Improve the Health and Wellness of Persons with Disabilities, Disability and Public Health Competencies, Core Competencies on Disability for Healthcare Education, The Guide to Clinical Preventive Services, The Community Guide, and Division of Human Development and Disability Strategic Plan FY 2021-2025.

Eligibility Requirements
Eligible applicants are agencies of national scope. The funding instrument type is Cooperative Agreement (CA). There will be approximately 1 award with a total period of performance funding of $25,462,145 over 5 years. There are no cost sharing or matching requirements.

Period of Performance
The estimated award date is July 01, 2021. The period of performance length is 5 years.

Grant Value
$25,462,145 total period of performance funding with an average one year award amount of $5,092,429.

Place of Performance
This NOFO addresses health disparities among children and adults with mobility limitations across the United States.
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Overview

Agency
National Center on Birth Defects and Developmental Disabilities (NCBDDD) [HHS - CDC]
Category of Funding
Health
Funding Instruments
Cooperative Agreement
Grant Program (CFDA)
93.184 - Disabilities Prevention
Grant Category
Discretionary
Cost Sharing / Matching Requirement
False
Source
Grants.gov
On 4/1/21 National Center on Birth Defects and Developmental Disabilities posted grant opportunity CDC-RFA-DD21-2104 for Improving Health of Americans with Mobility Limitations Through Evidence-Based Health Promotion Programs with funding of $25.5 million. The grant will be issued under grant program 93.184 Disabilities Prevention. It is expected that one grant will be made worth between $5.0 million and $5.0 million.

Timing

Posted Date
April 1, 2021, 12:00 a.m. EDT
Closing Date
June 1, 2021, 12:00 a.m. EDT Past Due
Closing Date Explanation
Electronically submitted applications must be submitted no later than 11:59 p.m., ET, on the listed application due date.
Last Updated
April 1, 2021, 7:02 p.m. EDT
Version
1
Archive Date
July 1, 2021

Eligibility

Eligible Applicants
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Additional Info
Competition will be limited to the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB), which houses the National Center on Health, Physical Activity and Disability (NCHPAD).

Award Sizing

Ceiling
$5,042,429
Floor
$5,042,429
Estimated Program Funding
$25,462,145
Estimated Number of Grants
1

Contacts

Contact
Centers for Disease Control - NCBDDD
Contact Email
cjr2@cdc.gov   Profile
Contact Phone
(770) 488-2756

Documents

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