Alheimer's Disease Programs Initiative (ADPI) - State Programs for Dementia Specific Respite

The Administration for Community Living (ACL) is issuing a cooperative‑agreement grant under the Alzheimer’s Disease Programs Initiative (ADPI) to fund State Units on Aging (SUAs) to develop or expand dementia‑specific respite services for unpaid family caregivers of individuals with Alzheimer’s disease or related dementias. Up to 15 awards will be made, each ranging from $500,000 to $4,000,000, to support a 36‑month demonstration program. Successful applicants must partner with Area Agencies on Aging and other network providers, ensure providers receive dementia‑specific training, and conduct an independent third‑party evaluation of program impact. The goal is to reduce caregiver burden and delay institutionalization by increasing high‑quality, person‑centered respite care. • Target audience: State governments (SUAs) partnering with AAAs and other aging services providers. • Funding mechanism: Cooperative Agreement (grant) – $23 M total, $500 k‑$4 M per award. • Project length: 36 months, starting July 30 2027. • Core deliverables: Establish or expand respite services, provider training, coordination with national aging network, third‑party program evaluation. • Eligibility: States/territories with an SUA; must demonstrate capacity to manage funds, oversee trained providers, and meet OAA Title III‑E standards.