First Responders-Comprehensive Addiction and Recovery Act Grants
FR-CARA supports first responders in training on and in administering federally approved drugs or devices for emergency treatment during a known or suspected opioid overdose. First responders include firefighters, law enforcement officers, paramedics, emergency medical technicians, or other legally organized and recognized volunteer organizations that respond to adverse opioid-related incidents.
Administering Agency:
SAMHSA
Learn MoreKey Details:
Funding Overview:
FR-CARA supports first responders in training on and in administering federally approved drugs or devices for emergency treatment during a known or suspected opioid overdose. First responders include firefighters, law enforcement officers, paramedics, emergency medical technicians, or other legally organized and recognized volunteer organizations that respond to adverse opioid-related incidents.
Common Uses:
Funding also supports referrals and program data management.
Issue Area(s): Criminal Justice, Substance Use Disorder
Eligibility: City, County, State, Territory, Tribal
Key Usage Options: Administrative, IT, Prescription Medication, Staff Training
Funding Amount/Range: $250,000 - $800,000
Allocation Frequency: Annual
Funding/Expending Period: 4 years
Funding Type: Competitive Grant
How to Obtain: Talk to State
Match Requirement: No