Sponsor: Social Services
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Grant Award from the Minnesota Department of Human Services for Transition to Community Initiative
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Recommendation
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1. Ratify the submittal of the grant application to the Minnesota Department of Human Services for the Transition to Community Initiative in the amount of $60,000 for the period July 1, 2022, through June 30, 2024.
2. Approve an amendment to the agreement with the Minnesota Department of Human Services for the Transition to Community Initiative to extend the term of the agreement for the period of July 1, 2024, through June 20, 2025, and receive additional funding of $67,500 for a total award of $127,500.
3. Authorize the Chair and Chief Clerk to execute the grant agreement.
4. Authorize the County Manager to approve amendments to the agreement and accept subsequent awards from the Minnesota Department of Human Services for the Transition to Community Initiative.
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Background and Rationale
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On November 1, 2023, the Social Services Department was awarded grant funding from the Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) in the amount of $60,000 to serve individuals eligible for services under the Transition to Community Initiative in accordance with Minnesota Statutes, section 256.478, subdivision 2.
The funding supports individuals leaving the state hospital who are not eligible for Medical Assistance or for whom goods, supports, and services not covered by Medical Assistance would allow them to:
1) live in the least restrictive setting and as independently as possible;
2) access services that support short- and long-term needs for developmental growth or individualized treatment needs;
3) build or maintain relationships with family and friends; and
4) participate in community life.
Ramsey County must use the funding to ensure that individuals are engaged in person-centered planning and informed choice decision-making.
During the initial period, DHS has identified eligible individuals, approved bed holds (placements), and the county receives funds to cover the cost to provide bed hold for these individuals. An amendment is needed to extend the agreement through June 30, 2025, provide funding for two additional bed hold requests, and continue serving individuals identified by DHS.
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County Goals (Check those advanced by Action)
☒ Well-being ☐ Prosperity ☒ Opportunity ☐ Accountability
Racial Equity Impact
Racial/ethnic, gender, and sexual minorities often suffer from poor mental health outcomes <https://www.psychiatry.org/psychiatrists/diversity/education/mental-health-facts> due to multiple factors including inaccessibility of high quality mental health care services, cultural stigma surrounding mental health care, discrimination, and overall lack of awareness about mental health. Ramsey County strives to address the systemic biases and discrimination by providing all individuals, regardless of background, with accessible and culturally competent care. Recognizing and honoring diverse cultural and linguistic needs are crucial steps for effective service delivery. The county has already supported a diverse group of individuals with this funding and will push to release bed hold funding for additional diverse individuals, demonstrating a commitment to personalized support for optimal mental well-being. The overarching goal is to promote equity and inclusion in mental health services.
Community Participation Level and Impact
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☒ Inform ☐ Consult ☐ Involve ☐ Collaborate ☒ Empower
Fiscal Impact
Ramsey County Administrative Policy provides the county manager with authority to accept grants up to a total of $100,000. The Social Services Department was awarded a grant on November 1, 2023, in the amount of $60,000 to serve individuals eligible for services under the Transition to Community Initiative. This award was not brought to the Ramsey County Board of Commissioners because it was less than $100,000. The agreement with DHS will be amended and additional funding of $67,500 will be authorized in April 2024 for a total award of $127,500, which will exceed the $100,000 threshold provided in policy. Grant funds provided through the grant amendment will be used to provide services through June 30, 2025. Funding from DHS will continue to be passed through the county to vendors selected by DHS. This funding is not included in the budget.
Last Previous Action
On March 25, 2014, the Ramsey County Board approved a procedure to receive funds for the Transition to Community Initiative through the Adult Mental Health Initiative grant (Resolution B2014-108).
Attachments
1. Minnesota Department of Human Services Grant Contract No. 237251
2. Amendment No. 1 for Grant Contract No. 237251