ACL National Chronic Disease Self-Management Education Resource Center
This grant funds one organization to serve as a national center providing resources, training, and support to expand chronic disease self-management programs for older adults and adults with disabilities.
Funder: Administration for Community Living
Due Dates (Anticipated): June 2026
Funding Amounts: $992,562 total; one award; project period typically 12 months
Summary: Supports a central resource center to advance chronic disease self-management education for older adults and adults with disabilities nationwide.
Key Information: Forecasted opportunity; dates and requirements subject to change—check program site for updates.
Description
This opportunity will fund one organization to serve as the National Chronic Disease Self-Management Education (CDSME) Resource Center under a cooperative agreement with the Administration for Community Living (ACL). The Resource Center will act as a central connector for the aging network, offering individualized technical assistance, high-quality education, and extensive resources to increase participation in evidence-based CDSME and Self-Management Support Programs. The Center’s goals include building partnerships, supporting data collection and reporting, highlighting achievements, and engaging stakeholders to ensure long-term sustainability and cost-effective delivery of services aligned with the Older Americans Act, Title III-D.
