Title
Approval of a Resolution Authorizing an Agreement with the Lewis Mason Thurston Area Agency on Aging for the Olympia Fire Department to Provide Post Hospitalization Supportive Care Through the Community Assistance Referral And Education Services (CARES) Program
Recommended Action
Committee Recommendation:
Not referred to committee.
City Manager Recommendation:
Move to approve a Resolution authorizing an agreement with the Lewis Mason Thurston Area Agency on Aging, for the Olympia Fire Department to provide post hospitalization supportive care through the Community Assistance Referral and Education Services (CARES) Program.
Report
Issue:
Whether to approve a Resolution authorizing an agreement with the Lewis Mason Thurston Area Agency on Aging, for the Olympia Fire Department to provide post hospitalization supportive care through the Community Assistance Referral and Education Services (CARES) Program.
Staff Contact:
Matt Morris, Fire Chief, 360.753.8466
Presenter(s):
None - Consent Calendar Item.
Background and Analysis:
The Olympia Fire Department has developed a Community Assistance Referral and Education Services (CARES) program designed to serve the most vulnerable populations after the use of 911 Emergency Services. This program focuses on areas of social well-being, physical health, housing concerns, chronic illness and overall safety of people. CARES bridges the gap between emergency services and supportive care through client-centered treatment planning and community partnerships. Clients receive sustainable tools and connection to culturally competent social service and mental health professionals, community resources and health care providers available to provide long-term services and support.
Partnership with the Lewis Mason Thurston Area Agency on Aging allows CARES to extend its reach, working directly with hospitals in Olympia. Proactive efforts steering people toward supportive services allow for more holistic care, in addition t...
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