You operate a small or critical access hospital, dedicated to serving your community. This program is tailor-made for you, providing grants and technical assistance to help your facility meet essential seismic safety compliance. The goal is simple: to ensure your hospital can remain operational after an earthquake, which means you can continue to provide vital care to those in need.

Why should you apply? Financial support is available to fund necessary seismic safety retrofits, making your hospital safer without straining your budget. You'll also receive expert advice to guide you through project planning, making the process smoother and more efficient. There's no fixed funding limit, which means your unique needs will drive the support you receive.

By being approved for this program, you'll not only enhance the safety of your hospital but also secure its future. Staying compliant ensures that your facility can withstand emergencies, keeping you ready for any situation. Plus, with minimal barriers to entry, it's easier than ever to take advantage of this vital assistance.

Type of Financing:
This program offers grant funding aimed at helping eligible small, rural, or critical access hospitals meet seismic safety standards.

Repayment Terms and Interest Rates:
There is no repayment required for these grants. This means you won’t have to pay back the funds you receive. Therefore, there are no interest rates to worry about either.

Eligible Expenses:
The funds can be used for expenses related to seismic safety improvements in your facility. This includes costs associated with project planning, technical assistance, and the implementation of compliance programs.

Restrictions on Use of Funds:
It’s important to note that these funds cannot be used for expenses outside the realm of seismic safety improvements or unrelated administrative costs.

Fees Associated with the Program:
There are no fees associated with applying for or receiving these grants. This really is all about supporting your efforts to enhance safety for your community!

• Location: Must be based in California.
• Sector: Must operate as a small, rural, or critical access hospital.
• Current Seismic Compliance Plans: Must have current seismic compliance plans on file with the HCAI’s seismic compliance unit.
• Project Delivery Plans: Must have agreed-upon project delivery plans on file with the HCAI prior to funding acceptance.
• Financial Risk: Must be at risk of closure for financial reasons.

Disqualifications:

• Hospitals that do not have current seismic compliance plans or project delivery plans on file.
• Facilities not categorized as small, rural, or critical access hospitals.
• Hospitals not located in California.

This program offers grants and technical assistance to small, rural, and critical access hospitals in California. The goal is to help you ensure your hospital stays open and can provide care after an earthquake. You could receive state funding to support seismic safety compliance, making your facility safer for the community you serve.

The funds can be used for seismic safety retrofits, helping you meet essential safety standards. The support includes expert advice and assistance with planning your projects, making the process smoother. While there isn't a fixed amount for funding, every hospital has a chance to receive financial help tailored to your needs.

To qualify, your hospital must have a current seismic compliance plan in place. This means you should be prepared with a clear project plan that outlines how you will improve safety standards. The program will assess needs among participants and allocate funds accordingly, ensuring the most critical projects receive timely support. This program is designed to keep your operations running smoothly and protect your community.