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Authorize negotiation and execution of Amendment No. 10 to an agreement with Family Eldercare to assist seniors by providing physical, mental, and financial wellness support services to add one 12-month extension option beginning October 1, 2023 in an amount not to exceed $390,325, for a revised total agreement amount not to exceed $3,735,939.
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Lead Department
Austin Public Health.
Fiscal Note
Funding in the amount of $390,325 is included in the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Austin Public Health Department Operating Budget.
Prior Council Action:
August 26, 2021 - Council authorized negotiation and execution of Amendment No. 8 to an agreement with Family Eldercare, on a 9-0 vote with Mayor Pro Tem Harper-Madison and Council Member Kelly off the dais.
July 29, 2020 - Council authorized negotiation and execution of Amendment No. 6 with Family Eldercare to provide bill payer services to Austin/Travis County people with disabilities and seniors, to add funding in an amount not to exceed $125,308, for a revised total agreement amount not to exceed $2,439,656, on a 10-0 vote with Mayor Adler off the dais.
For More Information:
Adrienne Sturrup, Director, 512-972-5167; Laura?LaFuente, Assistant Director, 512-972-5077; Akeshia Johnson Smothers, Social Services Agreements Administration Manager, 512-972-5567; Juanita Jackson, Business Process Consultant, 512-972-6163.
Additional Backup Information:
This action would authorize the continuation of an already existing social services agreement with Family Eldercare. The Healthy Connections program helps seniors and adults with disabilities maintain their dignity, independent living, and housing stability, and ensures that their basic needs are met. The objectives of the Healthy Connections program are to provide a continuum of on-site services and supports, including service coordination and transportation for residents at nine properties that house seniors and adults with disabilities. The Money Man...
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