AN ADMINISTRATORS DILEMMA - KEEPING THE INNOVATIVE MENTAL-HEALTH AND AGING PROGRAMS ALIVE AFTER THE GRANT FUNDS END

Too often innovative and successful mental health and aging programs t erminate when external funding sources end This article describes one such project that has survived and even flourished well beyond the gra nt period The original program is set forth, and changes in both the t ype of services offered and in the clientele are reviewed The rational e for deviations from the original model are highlighted Expansion, co ntraction and reexpansion of the range of services offered, as well as factors that impeded and enhanced program survival, are noted The cri tical role of administrative leadership, vision and support for gerops ychiatric services and staff is emphasized