List of required information for application:
1. Project title: The applicant will need to provide a title for their proposed project.
2. Project summary: A brief overview of the proposed research, training, technical assistance, and dissemination activities, highlighting the specific goals and objectives.
3. Project timeline: A detailed timeline outlining the activities and milestones for each year of the 60-month project period.
4. Budget: A comprehensive budget that includes estimated costs for personnel, equipment, materials, travel, and other expenses associated with the project. The budget should align with the five 12-month budget periods.
5. Research plan: A detailed description of the proposed research activities, including the specific research questions, methodology, data collection and analysis methods, and expected outcomes.
6. Training plan: An outline of the training activities that will be conducted as part of the project, including target audience, training methods, and expected outcomes.
7. Technical assistance plan: A description of the technical assistance activities that will be provided to stakeholders, including the specific areas of focus, target audience, and expected outcomes.
8. Dissemination plan: A strategy for disseminating the research findings, training materials, and other project outputs to relevant stakeholders, including academic journals, conferences, websites, and other dissemination channels.
9. Collaboration and partnerships: Information on any existing collaborations or partnerships with relevant organizations or stakeholders, including letters of support or memoranda of understanding.
10. Project team: Biosketches or resumes of key personnel who will be involved in the project, including their qualifications and experience in the field of aging among adults with serious mental illnesses.
11. Evaluation plan: A plan for evaluating the effectiveness and impact of the project, including the specific metrics and measures that will be used to assess the outcomes and success of the project.
12. Sustainability plan: A strategy for sustaining the project's activities and outcomes beyond the grant period, including plans for continued funding, partnerships, and support.
13. Ethical considerations: A discussion of any ethical considerations that may arise during the project, such as privacy and confidentiality of participants, informed consent, and protection of human subjects.
14. Project impact: A description of the expected impact and benefits of the project on people with disabilities, family members or caregivers, rehabilitation service providers, policymakers, and other research stakeholders.
15. Previous work: Information on any previous work or experience in the field of aging among adults with serious mental illnesses, including relevant publications, research projects, or partnerships.
