Civil Money Penalty Communicative Technology Grant
Highlights
This grant offers up to $3,000 to enhance your Skilled Nursing Facility by purchasing tablets for virtual telehealth and family visits. By applying, you gain access to much-needed technology that improves connectivity and healthcare access for your residents. In a time when communication is vital, these tools can make a significant difference.
Why should you apply? The funding is straightforward and designed specifically for your needs. With these tablets, not only do you facilitate better care, but you also enhance resident satisfaction. Plus, if your needs exceed the standard amount, you can request more, ensuring your facility gets what it truly needs.
Being approved for this grant means you can implement technology solutions without straining your budget. It's an easy way to elevate the quality of care you provide. Don't miss out on this opportunity to improve both the well-being of your residents and the efficiency of your operations.
Financing Details
Type of Financing
This program offers a grant opportunity for Skilled Nursing Facilities. Grants do not need to be repaid, which makes this a valuable option for your business.
Funding Amount and Eligibility
You can request up to $3,000 for purchasing tablets and accessories. If you need more than that, you can still apply, but your request will require additional review from the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS).
Eligible Expenses
The funds can be used specifically for buying tablets and related accessories to facilitate virtual telehealth and family visits for residents. However, it's important to note that these funds cannot be used for anything outside of this intended purpose. Additionally, there are no fees associated with applying for or receiving this grant.
Qualifications
- Business Type: Must be a Skilled Nursing Facility.
- Certification: Must be certified through the Centers of Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS).
- Use of Funds: Tablets and accessories must be used for facilitating virtual telehealth or family visits for residents.
- Funding Amount: Can request up to $3,000.00, with higher requests subject to review by CDPH and CMS.
Disqualifications:
- Businesses that are not Skilled Nursing Facilities are not eligible.
- Those not certified by CMS cannot apply.
Description
This grant provides up to $3,000 for your Skilled Nursing Facility to purchase tablets and accessories. These funds can be used specifically for enabling virtual telehealth sessions and facilitating family visits for your residents, which can greatly enhance their connection with loved ones and access to healthcare.
Using the grant is straightforward. You will need to confirm that the tablets are intended for telehealth or family visits, and you must be certified by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) to apply. While $3,000 is the standard amount, if you need more, you can request a larger sum, but that will be subject to further review by CDPH and CMS.
Overall, this program can make a significant difference for your facility. It helps you improve the quality of care and communication for your residents without straining your budget. Investing in technology can enhance resident satisfaction and streamline healthcare processes.
Program Steps
Gather Documentation
Collect the necessary documents for your application. You will need:- Proof of certification from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS)
- A detailed budget outlining how the grant funds will be used
- Quotations or estimates for the tablets and accessories you plan to purchase
Confirm Purpose of Tablets
Make sure you are prepared to demonstrate that the tablets will be used for virtual telehealth sessions and facilitating family visits.Complete the Application Form
Fill out the grant application form with accurate information about your Skilled Nursing Facility.Submit Your Application
Send in your completed application along with the gathered documents through the designated submission process.Await Notification
Stay tuned for updates. You will receive a notification about your application status, along with any additional steps if your request exceeds the standard grant amount.Use the Funds Appropriately
If approved, purchase the tablets and accessories as specified in your application to enhance your facility’s technology and care services.