2023-24 Elder Abuse (XE) Program RFP

Purpose: The purpose of the Program is to enhance the safety of elder and dependent adult victims/survivors of crime by providing direct services to victims/survivors and bridging the gap between elder justice service providers and victim/survivor service providers. The purpose of the Program is to enhance the safety of elder and dependent adult victims/survivors of crime by providing direct services to victims/survivors and bridging the gap between elder justice service providers (including Adult Protective Services, Long-Term Care Ombudsman programs, providers of legal assistance, etc.) and victim/survivor service providers. This Program will provide support for communities to improve their ability to identify the needs of victims/survivors of elder and dependent adult abuse, including victims/survivors with disabilities, and to improve the delivery of services. This will be accomplished by: • Funding an Elder Abuse Victim Specialist solely dedicated to serving elder and dependent adult victims/survivors. • Providing and coordinating direct services for elder and dependent adult victims/survivors. • Expanding the communities’ capacity to serve elder and dependent adult victims/survivors. • Ensuring that elder and dependent adult victims/survivors have access to the criminal justice system. • Implementing an outreach awareness program for victims/survivors and mandated reporters of elder and dependent adult abuse and others who encounter these victims/survivors. Eligible Applicants: To be eligible to receive funding Applicants must be either an organization that provides victim/survivor services and must receive a minimum of 60% of available points on the Rating Form. Eligible Geographies: All California counties.

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