Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) / Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) · Posted May 17, 2024
Application Due
June 28, 2024
This grant, funded by the State of Texas, supports local programs to provide services and support for persons with Alzheimer's Disease and Related Dementias (ADRD), their caregivers, and promotes early detection and diagnosis. The program reflects priorities in the Healthy Brain Initiative Road Map 2023-2027, with priority given to applicants addressing both cognitive decline and social vulnerability, particularly in high-need regions.
Applicants must be local governmental entities, public or non-profit organizations serving Texas communities. See RFA Section 2.3 for full eligibility. Awardees must focus their activities on supporting persons with ADRD and their caregivers, and promoting early detection and diagnosis.
Required attachments
Submit electronically via email to: pcsbids@hhsc.state.tx.us. Submission must include all required forms and exhibits as described in the RFA.
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Application Prep
Application #: HHS0014455
Reference: HHS0014455 [integrity-audit 2026-06-13] Budget max $1.20M → $150,000. Current budget appears to be program-level total; linked evidence indicates max award amount. Evidence: TX - 2026 - HHS0014455 - Request for Applications (PDF)
Program: Grants to Increase Local Dementia Support (GILDS)
Match: None required
Performance: 09/01/2024 – 08/31/2026
Key Dates:
Review Criteria: See RFA Exhibit E, Evaluation Tool – scored on need, approach, work plan, organizational capacity, and budget justification.
Budget Range
Contact
Programmatic Contact
alzheimers@dshs.texas.gov
Procurement Contact
Barbara Logan
Procurement Contact
512-406-2483
Procurement Contact
barbara.logan@hhs.texas.gov