APS_Fall 2024 Semester Pathways Program

The APS_Fall 2024 Semester Pathways Program aims to develop a mentoring program with an internship for college students to gain experience and skills for potential permanent employment with Adult Protective Services agencies. The program addresses staffing issues and aims to prevent elder abuse, neglect, and exploitation. The program will provide funding for internships, with a mentorship grant of $10,000 per intern per semester and an intern stipend of $5,000 per semester. Key aspects of the program include: • Interns must log a minimum of 160 hours per semester (Fall 2024 and Spring 2025) and 120 hours per semester (Summer 2025) • Reporting requirements include quarterly reports on activities with the intern • Eligible applicants include government organizations, non-profit organizations, and institutions of higher education • The program will begin in the Fall 2024 academic semester, with funding allowability starting on 09/01/2024