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a. Approve and authorize the Director of the Department of Social Services to sign an agreement with Seneca Family of Agencies in the amount of $611,395 for the provision of services and supports to relatives and near-kin caregivers for the period July 1, 2021 through June 30, 2022; and
b. Authorize the Director of the Department of Social Services to sign up to three (3) amendments to this agreement where the total amendments do not exceed 10% ($61,139) of the original contract amount, and do not significantly change the scope of work.
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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 to sign an agreement with Seneca Family of Agencies in the amount of $611,395 for the provision of services and supports to relatives and near-kin caregivers for the period July 1, 2021 through June 30, 2022; and
b. Authorize the Director of the Department of Social Services to sign up to three (3) amendments to this agreement where the total amendments do not exceed 10% ($61,139) of the original contract amount, and do not significantly change the scope of work.
SUMMARY/DISCUSSION:
This agreement provides funding for the Family Ties Program which offers services to relative and near-kin caregivers. Services include adult support groups; advocacy; childcare for meetings/trainings; recreation activities; case management; legal assistance; transportation; and emergency fund assistance. While some caregiving families receive formal Department of Social Services (DSS) benefits, it is estimated that close to 79% of relatives caring for a child would have no additional support specific to their caregiving role without the program. Family Ties acts as an informal long-term support for families who participate in support groups and educational opportunities.
OTHER AGENCY INVOLVEMENT:
The Auditor-Controller and Purchasing have reviewed and approved this agreement. County Counsel ha...
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