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Health and Human Services Agency (HHSA) recommending the Board:
1) Approve and authorize the Chair to sign Agreement for Services 235-S1711 with A Helping Hand Homecare, LLC., for the provision of “as requested” in-home and community care support services for HHSA’s Behavioral Health Division, Public Health Division, and Community Services Division; for the term October 11, 2016 through November 30, 2019 and with a maximum contractual obligation of $927,000 (comprised of $900,000 Behavioral Health, $17,000 Community Services, and $10,000 Public Health); and
2) Authorize the Purchasing Agent, or designee, to execute further documents relating to Agreement for Services 235-S1711, including amendments which do not increase the maximum dollar amount or term of the Agreement, and contingent upon approval by County Counsel and Risk Management.
FUNDING: Federal and State Funding.
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DEPARTMENT RECOMMENDATION
Health and Human Services Agency (HHSA) recommending the Board approve Agreement for Services 235-S1711 to ensure ongoing availability of “as requested” in-home and community support services for existing and future HHSA clients. The contractor provides homemaker and personal care services, as well as transportation to medical appointments. These supportive services enable individuals to remain in their homes.
Additionally, HHSA has determined, in accordance with County Ordinance Section 3.13.030, it is more economical and feasible to engage an independent contractor for the requested services.
DISCUSSION / BACKGROUND
The County has historically contracted with providers who offer twenty-four hour per day, seven day per week supportive services for HHSA clients on an “as requested” basis through residential treatment centers. However, in accordance with Welfare and Institutions Code Section 5600.0, “The mission of California’s mental health system shall be to enable persons experiencing severe and disabling mental illnesses …to access services ...
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