The Centre for Aging + Brain Health Innovation (CABHI), powered by Baycrest, is accepting applications to join the latest cohort of the Discover + Adopt (D+A) program. CABHI’s D+A program offers up to $150,000 CAD in funding for Canadian healthcare organizations, including long-term care homes, retirement homes, hospitals, home care, and community-based settings, to enable organizations to build capacity to find, test, and adopt an innovative solution to improve the quality of life and quality of care. In addition to providing funding of up to $150,000 CAD, CABHI addresses barriers to innovation adoption by offering participating organizations the following services:
- A learning series with practical tools and guidance on how to build readiness for implementation, evaluation, and sustainability planning
- One-on-one coaching sessions to navigate implementation challenges
- Peer-to-peer learning and networking opportunities
- Opportunities to engage in knowledge mobilization events and contribute to knowledge products to share their insights on innovation adoption
Project Eligibility:
- The project must identify a pain point that is achievable and within program scope.
- The program requires a co-investment model, aligning with expectations for a matching contribution to CABHI’s funding in the form of cash, in-kind contributions, or a combination of both.
- Projects and associated budgets are expected to adhere to milestones and progress tracking with a focus on sustainability and capacity-building objectives.
- The project application and budget must adhere to the Eligible Expense Guideline and Matching Funds Guideline.
With CABHI’s D+A program, healthcare organizations can get closer to introducing, implementing, and sustaining innovation in their own settings. Healthcare organizations that serve older persons and meet the additional eligibility requirements are encouraged to apply to the D+A program by May 16, 2025.
For further information about the Discover + Adopt (D+A) program or to apply, click here.