April 11, 2024
Workplace Safety Grants for Health Care Settings Now Open
On April 11, 2024 by Anna Mowry
A new grant opportunity, Workplace Safety Grants for Health Care Entities, has been released by the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) and is open for applications until June 7.
About the grant
Authorized by 2023 Session Law Chapter 70, Article 4, Section 109, this new grant program was established to increase safety measures in healthcare settings by establishing or expanding programs to train staff on de-escalation and positive support services. The program is focused on preventing workplace violence. The program's overarching goal is to improve safety and stability for staff and patients in healthcare settings.
Application details
- The deadline to apply is Friday, June 7th, 4:30 p.m.
- A virtual information session will occur on Wed, April 24, at 1 p.m. Click here to join the call.
- Organizations can review the full application details in the Request for Proposals.
- MDH anticipates awarding approximately $1,500,000 through 30 grants in this funding cycle. The maximum award amount is $50,000.
The following healthcare entities are eligible to apply for funding:
- Long-term care facilities
- Acute care hospitals that are staffed for 49 beds or fewer and located in a rural area
- Critical access hospitals
- Medical clinics
- Dental clinics
- Community health clinics
For more information, please contact: health.orhpc.workforcegrants@state.mn.us
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