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a. Approve and authorize the Director of the Department of Social Services or designee to sign an agreement with Unity Care Group for Transitional Housing Placement-Plus and Housing Assistance for eligible former foster and probation youth for the period of July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027, in the amount of $869,933; and
b. Authorize the Director of the Department of Social Services or designee to sign up to three amendments to this Agreement where the total amendments do not exceed 10% ($86,993) of the amended contract amount, do not significantly change the scope of work, and do not exceed the maximum aggregate amount of $956,926.
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RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the Board of Supervisors:
a. Approve and authorize the Director of the Department of Social Services or designee to sign an agreement with Unity Care Group for Transitional Housing Placement-Plus and Housing Assistance for eligible former foster and probation youth for the period of July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027, in the amount of $869,933; and
b. Authorize the Director of the Department of Social Services or designee to sign up to three amendments to this Agreement where the total amendments do not exceed 10% ($86,993) of the amended contract amount, do not significantly change the scope of work, and do not exceed the maximum aggregate amount of $956,926
SUMMARY:
Transitional Housing Placement-Plus (THP-Plus) is a provider-based transitional housing placement option for former foster and probation youth ages 18 to 25 who exited foster care at or after age 18.
DISCUSSION:
The goal of THP-Plus is to provide a safe living environment, for up to 36 months, while assisting youth in developing the life skills necessary to be successful living independently. The Housing Assistance program provides housing navigator services and direct financial housing supports to young adults in Monterey County ag...
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