Ch. 14, § 6. Criteria for and Priorities Given to Pilot Project Grant Awards

The following criteria and priorities shall be considered in awarding funds under this pilot project: (a) Demonstrated community need and community support. Priority shall be given to those applicants demonstrating significant community resources and community financial support. If such support is not currently available, a plan must be submitted to develop such support; (b) Existing licensure or a demonstrated ability to obtain licensure from the Office of Healthcare Licensing and Surveys for any existing or planned facility involved in the pilot project; (c) Financial sustainability; (d) Demonstrated financial and organizational management capabilities by management/owner to ensure grant funds are used in a manner that is appropriate to the project; (e) Ability to meet the required match of twenty-five percent (25%) of the grant amount; (f) Demonstrated ability to create a culture change or innovative approach to long term care.