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Approve and authorize the Director of Health Services or designee to execute Amendment No. 3 to Mental Health Services Agreement A-17388 with PCH Treatment, Inc. for the provision of residential treatment services for treating Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and anxiety-related issues, adding $43,200 in additional funding for continued services in FY 2025-26 for a revised total Agreement amount of $924,200 for the full term of March 25, 2025 through April 30, 2026.
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RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the County of Monterey Board of Supervisors:
Approve and authorize the Director of Health Services or designee to execute Amendment No. 3 to Mental Health Services Agreement A-17388 with PCH Treatment, Inc. for the provision of residential treatment services for treating obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) and anxiety-related issues, adding $43,200 in additional funding for continued services in FY 2025-26 for a revised total Agreement amount of $924,200 for the full term of March 25, 2025 through April 30, 2026.
SUMMARY:
PCH Treatment, Inc. will continue to provide residential behavioral health services for the treatment of OCD and anxiety-related issues.
DISCUSSION:
The County of Monterey currently has Agreement No. A-17388 with PCH Treatment, Inc. who provides specialized residential treatment for adults, both male and female, OCD and anxiety-related issues. In addition to supportive housing, PCH Treatment, Inc. individualized treatment plans include Cognitive Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), and OCD-specific group therapies, supported by medication management when appropriate. Amendment No. 3 adds an additional 28-day cycle of one (1) OCD Treatment at a lower level of care, stepping down to 3 full days per week, with transitional living, as recommended and agreed upon by PCH and Behavioral Health Bureau clinicians.
OTHER AGENCY INVOLVEMENT/COMMITTEE ACTIONS:
The Offices of the County Counsel and Auditor-Controller have reviewed and approved as to legal form and fiscal provisions, respectively.
FINANCING:
This Agreement is funded by Realignment (100%). The funds for this Agreement are included in the Health Department’s Behavioral Health (HEA012, Unit 8410) Fiscal Year FY 2025-26 Adopted Budget.
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS STRATEGIC PLAN GOALS:
This Agreement will allow continued access to behavioral health services for all residents within the community, aligning with Strategic Plan Goal of Well-Being and Quality of life.
Mark a check next to the related Board of Supervisors Strategic Plan Goals:
X Well-Being and Quality of Life
____ Sustainable Infrastructure for the Present and Future
____ Safe and Resilient Communities
____ Diverse and Thriving Economy
Prepared By: Sandra Cortez, Management Analyst II, 755-4694
Approved By: Elsa Mendoza Jimenez, Director of Health Services, 755-4526
Attachments:
Board Report
Amendment No. 3
Board Order (Renewal and Amendment No. 2)
Renewal and Amendment No. 2
Board Order (Renewal and Amendment No. 1)
Renewal and Amendment No. 1
Board Order (Agreement A-17388)
Agreement A-17388