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Direct Care Workforce Innovation Program - Workforce Development & Adult Learning

Direct Care Workforce Innovation Program

In 2021, the Maryland General Assembly passed “Labor and Employment – Direct Care Workforce Innovation Program,” which established the Direct Care Workforce Innovation Program. The purpose of the program is to provide matching grants to eligible entities that create and expand upon successful recruitment and retention strategies in an effort to increase the number and availability of direct care workers across Maryland.

The Department released a call for proposals on January 29, 2024. Applications will be due on April 19, 2024, and grants will begin on June 1, 2024. The application, budget template, and policy can be found below. Be sure to check back regularly for updates.

Resources:

Direct Care Workforce Innovation Program – Application

Direct Care Workforce Innovation Program – Budget Template

PI 2024-01, Direct Care Workforce Innovation Program Policy

Direct Care Workforce Innovation Program Annual Report

Recent Funding Opportunities


For additional information, contact:
Brittney Hansen
Special Grants Program Manager
Division of Workforce Development and Adult Learning
Maryland Department of Labor