Distance Learning & Telemedicine Grants
The Distance Learning and Telemedicine program helps rural communities use the unique capabilities of telecommunications to connect to each other and to the world, overcoming the effects of remoteness and low population density. (Source: HSR Information Central)
Source: HSR Information Central - April 4, 2018 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: news
USDA Prioritizes Investments to Address Opioid Crisis in Rural America
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced that it is giving funding priority in two key grant programs to programs that address opioid misuse in rural communities. The Distance Learning and Telemedicine Grant Program will give priority to applications focused on the epidemic in rural areas. The Community Facilities Grant Program is reserving $5 for projects with this focus. (Source: News stories via the Rural Assistance Center)
Source: News stories via the Rural Assistance Center - April 4, 2018 Category: Rural Health Source Type: news
RUS: Announcement of Grant Application Deadlines and Funding Levels; Notice
USDA Rural Utilities Service announcement that applications for the Distance Learning and Telemedicine (DLT) grant program will be accepted through June 4, 2018. The DLT program provides funding to improve telemedicine services and distance learning services in rural areas through the use of telemedicine, computer networks, and related advanced technologies. (Source: Federal Register updates via the Rural Assistance Center)
Source: Federal Register updates via the Rural Assistance Center - April 3, 2018 Category: Rural Health Source Type: news
RUS: Distance Learning and Telemedicine Grant Program
Notice from USDA Rural Utilities Services affirming the final rule that was published in the Federal Register onNovember 27, 2017 which amended regulations for implementing the Distance Learning and Telemedicine Grant Program. (Source: Federal Register updates via the Rural Assistance Center)
Source: Federal Register updates via the Rural Assistance Center - March 9, 2018 Category: Rural Health Source Type: news
Public Inspection: RUS: Distance Learning and Telemedicine Grant Program
Pre-publication notice affirming the final rule that was published in the Federal Register onNovember 27, 2017 which amended regulations for implementing the Distance Learning and Telemedicine Grant Program. Final publication of the rule is scheduled for March 9, 2018. (Source: Federal Register updates via the Rural Assistance Center)
Source: Federal Register updates via the Rural Assistance Center - March 8, 2018 Category: Rural Health Source Type: news
Health, education groups receive $600,000 for distance learning, telemedicine
Rural health providers will use the funding for better access to training for opioid overdose emergencies. (Source: bizjournals.com Health Care:Biotechnology headlines)
Source: bizjournals.com Health Care:Biotechnology headlines - February 11, 2018 Category: Biotechnology Authors: Tracey Drury Source Type: news
Health, education groups receive $600,000 for distance learning, telemedicine
Rural health providers will use the funding for better access to training for opioid overdose emergencies. (Source: bizjournals.com Health Care:Physician Practices headlines)
Source: bizjournals.com Health Care:Physician Practices headlines - February 10, 2018 Category: American Health Authors: Tracey Drury Source Type: news
USDA Invests in e-Connectivity to Restore Rural Prosperity by Providing Training and Health Care Services
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) awarded 72 grants totaling $23.6 million through the Distance Learning and Telemedicine (DLT) Grant Program to improve connectivity in rural communities. The grants will support projects in 28 states and will be used to provide virtual access to job training, educational and healthcare opportunities, opioid abuse treatment, and mental health counseling. (Source: News stories via the Rural Assistance Center)
Source: News stories via the Rural Assistance Center - January 19, 2018 Category: Rural Health Source Type: news
RUS: Distance Learning and Telemedicine Loan and Grant Programs
Final rule from the Rural Utilities Service (RUS) designed to streamline, revise, and update the Distance Learning and Telemedicine (DLT) Grant Program. The DLT Program works to encourage and improve telemedicine and distance learning in rural areas through the use of computer networks and other advanced technologies. Included changes seek to reduce the regulatory burden of applying for the grants and ensure funds are awarded to projects with the most demonstrable need. Provisions of the rule take effect December 27, 2017. (Source: Federal Register updates via the Rural Assistance Center)
Source: Federal Register updates via the Rural Assistance Center - November 27, 2017 Category: Rural Health Source Type: news
E-learning Institute Fellowship (ELI)
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), in partnership with the Public Health Foundation (PHF), invites distance learning professionals who are responsible for developing online training products to apply to participate in the CDC E-Learning Institute (ELI) Fellowship. Applications due by October 6, 2017. (Source: PHPartners.org)
Source: PHPartners.org - September 12, 2017 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: news
Grant Money for Rural EMS-Hospital Mobile Telemedicine
GD is pleased to share this important information with you. In short, the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) Distance Learning and Telemedicine Grant Program (DLT) is designed to provide access to healthcare resources that benefit rural communities. Of specific interest, this year’s program has prioritized $1.6 million dollars specifically for Mobile Telemedicine (communications upgrades between ambulances, emergency transportation vehicles, and medical facilities) in rural areas. Awards will range from $50k-$500K for 3-year programs. The grant has a July 17th deadline, so act quickly!
While the grant ...
Source: JEMS Operations - June 3, 2017 Category: Emergency Medicine Authors: General Devices Tags: Operations Industry News Source Type: news
Grant Money for Rural EMS-Hospital Mobile Telemedicine
GD is pleased to share this important information with you. In short, the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) Distance Learning and Telemedicine Grant Program (DLT) is designed to provide access to healthcare resources that benefit rural communities. Of specific interest, this year’s program has prioritized $1.6 million dollars specifically for Mobile Telemedicine (communications upgrades between ambulances, emergency transportation vehicles, and medical facilities) in rural areas. Awards will range from $50k-$500K for 3-year programs. The grant has a July 17th deadline, so act quickly!
While the grant ...
Source: JEMS: Journal of Emergency Medical Services News - June 3, 2017 Category: Emergency Medicine Authors: General Devices Tags: Operations Industry News Source Type: news
USDA Accepting Applications for Distance Learning and Telemedicine Funding
Grant Program Details
USDA Rural Development Acting Undersecretary Roger Glendenning announced that the Rural Utilities Service (RUS) is accepting applications for Distance Learning and Telemedicine (DLT) Grant Program funding for Fiscal Year (FY) 2017. Of the funds made available this year, $1.6 million will be prioritized to provide for communication upgrades between ambulances, emergency transportation vehicles and medical facilities.
DLT grants are designed to provide access to education, training and healthcare resources for rural Americans. The DLT Program supports telemedicine and distance learning servic...
Source: JEMS: Journal of Emergency Medical Services News - May 30, 2017 Category: Emergency Medicine Authors: EMS.gov Tags: Training Industry News Source Type: news
USDA Offers Distance Learning, Telemedicine Grant Opportunities
The U.S. Department of Agriculture recently announced a call for applications for parties interested in receiving rural telemedicine or distance learning grants. (Source: AAFP News)
Source: AAFP News - May 25, 2017 Category: Primary Care Source Type: news
USDA Offers $500K in Grant Funding for Rural Telemedicine
The U.S. Department of Agriculture's (USDA) Rural Utilities Service (RUS) has announced that they will be offering grants of up to $500,000 through their Distance Learning and Telemedicine (DLT) Grant Program in order to improve rural access to education and healthcare. Special consideration will be given to "Promise Zones," or areas that have been identified as particularly vulnerable. (Source: News stories via the Rural Assistance Center)
Source: News stories via the Rural Assistance Center - May 23, 2017 Category: Rural Health Source Type: news
