; consultation (a) Applications (1) In general An eligible entity seeking a grant under this Act shall submit to the Secretary an application at such time, in such manner, and containing such information as the Secretary, in consultation with the Secretary of Health and Human Services, may require, which shall include the information listed in paragraph (2). (2) Contents An application submitted under paragraph (1) by an eligible entity seeking a grant under this Act shall include each of the following: (A) Information with respect to the State or geographic area to be served by such grant, including the following: (i) Demographic information regarding the population, including a description of the populations likely to need direct care services, such as the aging population and individuals with significant disabilities. (ii) Projections of unmet need for direct care services, which may include, enrollment on waiting lists under home and community-based waivers under section 1115 of the Social Security Act ( 42 U.S.C. 1315 ) or section 1915(c) of such Act ( 42 U.S.C. 1396n(c) ), demand for long-term care provided through the Department of Veterans Affairs, demand for services provided under title III of the Older Americans Act of 1965 ( 42 U.S.C. 3021 et seq. ), and other relevant data to the extent practicable. (iii) Current and projected job openings for direct care workers and relevant labor market information related to such workers, and the geographic scope of the workforce to be served. (B) A description of each specific strategy that the eligible entity will develop and implement using the grant to reduce barriers to recruitment, retention, or advancement of direct care workers, including— (i) a description of how the eligible entity will consult and coordinate with the entities described in subsection (b) on the development and implementation of the strategy