Title
Authorization to Extend Ordinance with A.T. Still University of Health Sciences for CarePLaCe Program (Ordinance S-50214)
Description
Request to authorize the City Manager, or his designee, to extend Contract 158836 with A.T. Still University of Health Sciences - CarePLaCe Program for supportive services for individuals caring for loved ones affected by dementia and other related conditions. Further request to authorize the City Controller to disburse all funds related to this item for the life of the contract. The requested contract extension will run through Dec. 31, 2024. Funding is available from the City's allocation of the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) received from the federal government and is part of the Memory Cafe Program of the strategic plan.
Report
Summary
In April 2020, Phoenix became the largest city in the nation to be designated a Dementia Friendly City. Dementia friendly cities foster the ability of individuals living with dementia to remain, thrive, and feel part of the community in which they live. During the COVID-19 pandemic, individuals living with dementia and their caregivers were disproportionately impacted as they lost access to resources, supportive services, in-person programs, and recreational activities. Caregivers also lacked opportunities to learn self-care strategies and to build their own support systems resulting in chronic conditions, depressive symptoms, and mental health concerns. Through the Memory Cafe Program, the CarePLaCe Program continues to enhance services for caregivers by expanding their capabilities and better equipping them with tools needed to best meet the needs of individuals living with dementia and other related conditions.
Supportive services include, but are not limited to: intake and assessments; home evaluations; care plan development; educational modules; classes for caregivers; and follow-up services which will assist in mitigating the impacts of the pandemic by improving the quality of life and care for individuals living with dementia and their caregivers. The extension will allow for the continuation of program operations through Dec. 31, 2024.
Contract Term
The contract extension will begin on Jan. 1, 2024, and run through Dec. 31, 2024.
Financial Impact
The total value of the contract is unchanged and will not exceed $400,000. There is no impact to the General Fund. Funding is available through the City's ARPA allocation.
Concurrence/Previous Council Action
The City Council approved Contract 158836 (Ordinance S-49209) on Dec. 7, 2022.
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Deputy City Manager Gina Montes and the Human Services Department.