Resource & Capacity Building
The population is aging as the Baby Boom Generation (born between
1946 - 1964) ages. In addition, the life expectancy (number of years a
person lives) is increasing. Not only are there more older people who
are living longer, but people are living healthier and more active in
old age. These factors strengthen the case for home- and community-based
services that support seniors. The information found below offers
resource and capacity building support for new programs or existing
programs looking to expand services. There is financial (resource) and
organizational (capacity) support for organizations to support the
independent living of older adults. Resource Building
Community Service / Services Development Grants
In the 2001/2002 sessions, the Minnesota Legislature appropriated
approximately $8.5 million to the Department of Human Services (DHS) to
assist communities in rebalancing their long-term care service delivery
system. The Community Services/Community Services Development (CS/SD)
Grants are intended to expand the infrastructure for services and
housing options.
Older
Americans Act
Enacted in 1965 the Older Americans Act provides a wide range of funding
for providers to support individuals 60 years old or older. The
Metropolitan Area Agency on Aging offers Title III funding on a
three-year competitive bid process. Funding is available for caregiver,
chore, health promotion, legal, nutrition, health insurance counseling /
information and assistance, special access services for minority service
providers, and transportation.
 Capacity
Building
Minnesota Council of Nonprofits
(Off Site)
The Minnesota Council of Nonprofits offers information for nonprofit
organizations on business development, networking, legislative advocacy
and general resources for organizations.
Minnesota Council on Foundations
(Off Site)
Founded in 1969, the Minnesota Council on Foundations is a regional
membership association of grant makers working to improve the health and
vitality of our communities. Resources on the website include a guide
for Minnesota grant seekers, seminars and tips for grant writing.
Southeast Metro SAIL / Eldercare
Development Partnership
Southeast Metro Seniors Agenda for
Independent Living (SAIL) is an Elder Care Development Partnership of
seniors and senior service providers serving the counties of Dakota,
Ramsey and Scott. The mission of Southeast Metro SAIL is to reshape
the long term-care system in the Southeast metro area, making more
community options available and accessible to older persons. The
Southeast Metro SAIL Coordinator is available to provide technical
assistance to organizations in the community.
|
