The mission of the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services involves ensuring the health and wellness of Missouri residents, with a focus on seniors and vulnerable populations in nursing facilities. While the mission statement is not provided, activities such as imposing civil money penalties on nursing facilities that do not meet federal standards suggest a commitment to upholding high health and safety standards and reinvesting in the community to improve the quality of life and care for nursing facility residents.
The grant program aims to allocate Civil Money Penalty (CMP) funds towards projects that enhance the quality of life and care of nursing facility residents in Missouri. These funds originate from fines imposed on nursing facilities failing to comply with federal health and safety regulations. The program encourages nursing facility providers, stakeholders, and organizations to propose quality improvement initiatives that have a direct or indirect benefit for residents. Specifically, projects should incorporate evidence-based practices that elevate care and resident well-being. Acceptable uses of CMP funds include assisting residents during facility closures, supporting quality care through training and technical assistance, enhancing social interactions, and providing technology for communication. These initiatives must fall outside of the facility's standard operational scope.