Rural Communities Opioid Response Program (RCORP)-Impact

Background
The Rural Communities Opioid Response Program (RCORP)–Impact is designed to support rural communities in enhancing access to integrated and coordinated treatment and recovery services for substance use disorder (SUD), particularly opioid use disorder (OUD). The program's long-term goal is to reduce morbidity and mortality associated with SUD while promoting sustained recovery and well-being. The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) administers this program, recognizing the need for comprehensive approaches to address various substance misuse issues in rural areas.

Grant Details
The RCORP-Impact program funds initiatives that include:

1) New or expanded evidence-based SUD prevention, treatment, and recovery services in rural areas;
2) Coordination across health and supportive social services to enable sustained, long-term recovery;
3) Development of a larger, more responsive workforce to address SUD-related needs;
4) Establishment of multi-sector community networks aimed at strengthening and sustaining local service delivery.

The focus is on reducing the impact of opioid misuse while also addressing other substances such as alcohol within a continuum of mental, behavioral, and related social supports.

Eligibility Requirements
Eligible applicants include rural communities that can demonstrate a commitment to improving access to SUD services. There may be preferences for organizations with existing partnerships or those that can show evidence of community engagement.

Period of Performance
The period of performance for the grant will span multiple years, allowing sufficient time for implementation and evaluation of the funded initiatives.

Grant Value
The total value of the grant opportunity is not specified; however, individual grant awards may vary based on project scope and community needs.

Place of Performance
The grant activities will be performed in rural areas across the United States.