Alzheimer's Disease Programs Initiative (ADPI) - Dementia Capability in Indian Country

The Alzheimer’s Disease Programs Initiative – Dementia Capability in Indian Country is a federal funding opportunity administered by the Administration for Community Living within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, specifically through the Administration on Aging and the Office of Supportive and Caregiver Services. This program is designed to strengthen dementia-capable home and community-based services in Indian Country by supporting federally recognized tribes, tribal organizations, and tribal consortia. The initiative aligns with broader federal priorities to improve quality of life for people living with dementia and their caregivers, expand access to culturally competent care, and enhance community-based health systems. The purpose of the program is to build capacity within tribal communities to deliver dementia-capable services that address the unique cultural, geographic, and health challenges faced by American Indian and Alaska Native populations. The program supports activities such as caregiver education, respite services, workforce training, and culturally adapted outreach efforts. It emphasizes evidence-based or evidence-informed interventions tailored to dementia care, with a requirement that all funded projects include measurable outcomes and a third-party evaluation. Projects must also include a phased implementation approach, beginning with a planning phase followed by an implementation phase. Funding is provided through cooperative agreements, with substantial federal involvement throughout the project period. The total expected program funding is $6,000,000 over three years, with approximately seven awards anticipated. Individual awards range from $250,000 to $300,000 per year across three 12-month budget periods, resulting in a total potential award of up to $900,000 per recipient. Applicants must contribute a minimum non-federal cost share of 10 percent, which may include cash or in-kind contributions directly tied to project activities. Funding cannot be used for construction, basic research, or certain restricted policy areas, and must comply with federal regulations and cost principles. Eligibility is limited to federally recognized tribes, tribal organizations, and consortiums representing such tribes. Applications from individuals, foreign entities, or ineligible organizations will not be considered. Applicants must submit proposals electronically through Grants.gov and maintain active registrations in SAM.gov and Grants.gov. Required application components include a project narrative, budget narrative, work plan, evaluation plan, and supporting documentation such as resumes and tribal authorization. The project narrative is limited to 20 pages and must address detailed criteria including problem statement, goals, approach, evaluation, and sustainability. Applications are evaluated through a competitive merit review process that assesses need, project design, impact, organizational capacity, and budget justification. A panel of reviewers scores proposals based on defined criteria, and final funding decisions also consider geographic distribution, past performance, and alignment with agency priorities. The program places strong emphasis on measurable outcomes, direct service delivery requirements, and the sustainability of funded activities beyond the grant period. The application deadline is July 22, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time, approximately 30 days after the notice posting. An informational conference call is scheduled for June 25, 2026 to provide guidance to applicants. Awards are expected to be issued by September 30, 2026, with the project period beginning the same date and continuing through August 14, 2029. The opportunity does not explicitly state recurring cycles, and applicants should plan according to the current funding announcement timeline. Program contacts include designated staff for programmatic and financial inquiries, with support available through official federal channels.

Focus heavily on measurable outcomes and third-party evaluation; ensure culturally competent dementia interventions; clearly identify direct service allocation in budget; align proposal with stated scoring criteria and community need