To: Board of Supervisors
From: Marla Stuart, Employment and Human Services Director
Report Title: Contract with Meals on Wheels Diablo Region for the Dignity at Home Fall Prevention Program Services
?Recommendation of the County Administrator ? Recommendation of Board Committee
RECOMMENDATIONS:
APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the Employment and Human Services Director, or designee, to execute a contract with Meals on Wheels Diablo Region, with the payment limit of $245,676 for the provision of the Dignity at Home Fall Prevention Program services for the period October 1, 2026, through September 30, 2028. (100% County Measure X)
FISCAL IMPACT:
100% County Measure X Funds, of which $122,838 is budgeted in FY 26/27 and $122,838 will be budgeted in FY 27/28.
BACKGROUND:
On November 5, 2024, the Board approved consent Item C.36. authorizing a contract with Meals on Wheels Diablo Region, in an amount not to exceed $245,676 for the provision of Dignity at Home Fall Prevention (DHFP) Program services for the period October 1, 2024, through September 30, 2026.
This contract renewal will allow Meals on Wheels Diablo Region to provide the DHFP Program services for older adults aged 60+ and adults with disabilities aged 18+ living in Contra Costa County who are deemed at risk of falling by providing fall and injury prevention information, education, home repair/modifications, assistive devices, and other supports in order for eligible individuals to receive the necessary help they need to remain independent and safe at home with a new payment limit of $245,676 and term October 1, 2026, through September 30, 2028.
CHILDREN'S IMPACT STATEMENT:
The services provided under this Contract support one of the five Contra Costa County's community outcomes: (4) "Families that are Safe, Stable and Nurturing."
CONSEQUENCE OF NEGATIVE ACTION:
If this Contract is not approved, Contractor will not be able to provide DHFP services or home repair/modification services to eligible residents o...
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