The Administration for Community Living (ACL) supports the needs of the aging and disability populations, and improves access health care and long-term services.
The grant program through the Disability and Rehabilitation Research Projects and Centers Program aims to support the Rehabilitation Act's goals by funding the Rehabilitation Research and Training Centers (RRTCs). These centers focus on well-designed research, training, technical assistance, and dissemination activities in crucial topical areas as directed by NIDILRR. The overarching objectives are to enhance the effectiveness of services for individuals with disabilities, benefiting not only these individuals but also their families, rehabilitation service providers, policymakers, and other research stakeholders. Specifically, this grant supports endeavors to improve health and function among people with physical disabilities through research, training, and technical assistance, among other activities. NIDILRR intends to award a single grant with a project period of 60 months, divided into five 12-month budget periods.