TAA Centers of Excellence Program 2024 Request for Applications (RFA)
Deadline: Friday, February 2, 2024
Mission:
The Tourette Association of America (TAA)’s Center of Excellence program recognizes medical institutions that offer the highest level of care, are undertaking groundbreaking research, are leaders in training and education and/or provide exceptional community outreach and advocacy for Tourette syndrome and other tic disorders.
Eligibility Criteria:
Private or public healthcare facilities in the US, including those based in academic institutions, may apply for designation as a “TAA Center of Excellence”. All Centers must demonstrate a core focus on Tourette Syndrome AND demonstrate Excellence in Clinical Care as defined below:
Excellence in Clinical Care:
- Demonstration of evidence-based, interdisciplinary care – Active working relationships with different disciplines within the Center is a requirement
- Have a sliding fee scale / options for patients who don’t have insurance or who can’t afford care
- Have a CBIT provider as part of Center application
- Appointment of a clinical coordinator for patient intake and referral is a plus
In addition, Centers must meet 2 of the 3 requirements below:
Excellence in Research:
- Be a major research hub for ongoing Tourette basic science or clinical research and/or be a major clinical trial site for Tourette clinical treatment trials
Community Engagement:
- Demonstrate active community programming with at least 2 community events a year
- Demonstrate a strategy to target under-served/minority populations
Training and Education:
- Demonstrate active physician and other medical education initiatives for TS and tic disorders
*Center must be willing to host (at least) one of the TAA’s regular programs at their site, such as the Grand Rounds through our CDC grant or the Tourette Syndrome – Behavior Therapy Institute.
All components of the Center must be geographically proximal, although Centers may include key providers associated with other institutions/locations if an appropriate rationale can be presented. Centers are encouraged to work throughout their region on the activities above.
Application Process:
TAA will issue an open RFA for the Centers program on an annual basis. In addition to the criteria outlined above, Centers will have the opportunity to set their own goals as part of the application process.
Please access the Applications here.
Progress Reports:
Awarded Centers will receive the “Center of Excellence” designation for 3 years, contingent on receipt and review of annual progress reports demonstrating success and compliance with the TAA Center of Excellence agreement. Progress reports will include number of patients seen, publications, events organized, and research conducted, among other information. Progress will also be evaluated based on the individual goals for each Center as stated in the original application.
Timeline and Important Dates:
Inquiries and Application Submission:
For additional questions related to the TAA Centers of Excellence Program or to submit applications, please contact:
Research and Medical Programs
