At a glance
Moderate Complexity
This grant is for research projects that explore how being socially isolated or feeling lonely can lead to suicide risk in older adults. The goal is to understand the biological and environmental factors that contribute to this risk and to develop interventions to prevent suicide by enhancing social connections.
Who it's for: This grant is for a wide range of organizations, including nonprofits, government entities, tribal organizations, small businesses, and educational institutions. If your organization is involved in health research, especially related to mental health and aging, you might qualify.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- Ineligible organization type
- Lack of focus on late-life suicide prevention
- No experimental therapeutics approach
- No plan for developing or testing interventions
What You May Need
- Detailed research proposal
- Budget plan
- Organizational eligibility documentation
- Evidence of past research experience
- Plan for experimental therapeutics approach
- Intervention development strategy
- Letters of support or collaboration
- Institutional Review Board (IRB) approval
- Data management plan
- Project timeline
Cautions
- Ensure your research focuses on late-life populations.
- Emphasize both biological and environmental factors.
- Include a clear plan for intervention development.
- Be prepared to show how your project enhances social connections.