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Health and Human Services Agency (HHSA) recommending the Board:
1) Approve and authorize the Chair to sign revenue Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) 8212 with Snowline Hospice of El Dorado County, for referral of eligible participants to the Adult Day Services Program for caregiver respite services, for a term of three years upon execution and for a total revenue amount of $90,000;
2) Authorize the Purchasing Agent to execute amendments relating to MOU 8212, contingent upon approval by County Counsel and Risk Management, which do not increase the Net County Cost of the MOU; and
3) Authorize the HHSA Director, or the Chief Assistant Director, to execute programmatic, administrative, and fiscal documents relating to MOU 8212.
FUNDING: HHSA receives revenue through this MOU which originates from the Snowline Hospice of El Dorado County's Snowline Dementia Connection Program to provide short-term respite grants.
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DISCUSSION / BACKGROUND:
HHSA’s ADS Program operates two adult day centers, located in Placerville and El Dorado Hills, known as the “Club.” The Club offers adult day services to individuals who need care and supervision during the day. Clients are provided activities and meals in group settings, encouraging older adults to remain actively involved in their communities through socialization and mental stimulation. The Club also provides supportive services, resources, education, and respite care for family members taking care of those with dementia and other chronic health issues.
SDCP offers a range of services to support people with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias, their families, and their caregivers. In partnership with ADS Program, SDCP provides qualifying caregivers and families access to respite services at the Club. Caregiver respite services are essential to limiting older adult abuse, caregiver burnout, and premature institutionalization for people diagnosed with dementia. Further, respite services provide caregivers and...
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