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Older Adults

The Older Adult Initiative (OAI) was launched by the Douglas County Board of County Commissioners in response to the growing population of residents aged 60 and older. The Initiative seeks to ensure that resources are available to support older adults in living safely, independently, and with a high quality of life within Douglas County.

Four priority areas essential to achieving a high quality of life for older adults have been identified: Transportation, Housing, In-Home Services, and Access to Resources and Information.

Douglas County is seeking proposals for projects that expand services, address service gaps, or introduce innovative approaches that improve outcomes for older adults. Funding through this Notice of Funding Opportunity represents one-time funding intended to address unmet needs and increase service capacity. Organizations seeking funding for different projects must submit an application for each project. Applications will be accepted from April 8 through May 6, 2026.

Older Adult Initiative Application Information

Grant Priority Areas

Each priority area has related action items:

Transportation

  • Fill gaps in service
  • Innovative transportation solutions
  • Pilot programs

Housing

Projects that assist older adults in maintaining safe, stable and accessible housing.

  • Housing navigation assistance
  • Home modification projects
  • Safety improvements that reduce hazards in the home

In-Home Services

Projects that support older adults in remaining safely and independently in their homes.

  • Outdoor home maintenance
  • Indoor home maintenance
  • Assistance within the home

Resources and Information

Projects in this category should improve access to information, benefits, and community resources for older adults.

  • Development and distribution of resource materials
  • Resource navigation services, including benefits navigation and application assistance
  • Education programs for older adults
  • Operation of call centers or help lines
  • Specialized case management connecting older adults facing poverty to benefits and community resources

Application Overview

Application window:  April 8 – May 6, 2026

Application link:  Apply for the Older Adult Initiative Application.  Software requires a Chrome, Firefox, or Edge web browser to apply, and cookies must be enabled.

Application requirements: 

  • A separate application must be submitted for each proposed project.
  • The application must demonstrate support for Douglas County residents aged 60 and over to improve their quality of life and allow residents to remain active members of their communities.
  • Funds must be utilized to benefit Douglas County residents.
  • Organizations may offer services to the entire county or select areas. The County will select organizations that meet the needs of residents in each area of the county.
  • While a funding match may not be required, diversifying and leveraging funds is recommended.

Additional Information

The County reserves the right to waive any technical or formal errors or omissions and to reject any, and all, proposals either in part, or in whole, if it deems it to be in the best interest of the County to do so.

No proposal shall be accepted from, and no contract will be awarded to, any person, firm, or corporation that is in arrears to the County, upon debt or contract, or that is a defaulter, as surety or otherwise, upon any obligation to the County, or that has failed to attain or demonstrate compliance with any law, ordinance, regulation, or contract term or condition as may be provided for or required in any County contract, or that may be deemed irresponsible or unreliable by the County.

All information submitted in response to this Solicitation may be subject to disclosure under the Open Records Act.

Contact and Technical Assistance

  • Grant Software User Guide
  • For technical assistance with the grant management software, please contact Euna at [email protected] or call 1-877-232-4847.  Preferred web browsers to use when completing your application include Google Chrome, Firefox and Edge.  Browsers must be set to accept cookies.
  • For application questions or requirements, please contact Allison Cutting at 303-814-4374 or Jennifer D’Ambrosio.  You may also call 303-660-7460.

If Awarded Grant Funds

Organizations awarded grant funds shall:

  • Conduct business in accordance with Douglas County Government’s Vision and Mission.
  • Abide by all applicable federal, state, and local laws, statutes, rules, regulations, and program parameters.
  • Hold, at minimum, standard hours of operation.
  • Retain confidentiality of all referrals and participants. This includes referral, verbal and written communication, and all service delivery information.
  • Create and maintain participant and program documentation that adequately addresses county, state, and federal audit/review standards.
  • Work cooperatively with community partners.
  • Work in partnership with Douglas County to secure additional funding, if appropriate.

Please note that this list is not all-inclusive.  Additional information may be included in the contract.