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MINUTES <br /> ORANGE COUNTY BOARD OF SOCIAL SERVICES <br /> June 17,2024 <br /> 2. Chair/Vice-Chair Selection <br /> Ann Wilkerson nominated Jane Garrett to serve as Chair of the DSS Board. Chris Barnes seconded <br /> the motion. The motion was carried without dissent. <br /> Ann Wilkerson nominated Oscar Fleming to serve as Vice Chair of the DSS Board. Chris Barnes <br /> seconded the motion. The motion was carried without dissent. <br /> Sally Greene made a motion to move the July meeting to July 22, 2024. Oscar Fleming seconded <br /> the motion. The motion was carried without dissent. <br /> 3. In-Home Aide and CAP/DA Program <br /> Kim Lassiter-Fisher presented information on the in-home aide and CAP/DA programs in adult <br /> services. The in-home aide program places an aide in the home of elderly and/or disabled adults in <br /> need of assistance with tasks of daily living. This program allows an adult to remain safely in their <br /> own homes and within their community. There is no cost to this program for clients with lower <br /> incomes and it is based on need, not income. In-home aide services are provided via contract with <br /> companies. The companies are required to certify, assign and recruit aides based on the needs of <br /> the clients. Clients are seen by their social worker at least quarterly and needs are assessed <br /> annually. The current rate for in-home aide services is $31.42/hour to the agency for provision of <br /> aides who earn a living wage. All Orange County clients need level 2 care and there are currently <br /> 24 clients receiving services. <br /> The CAP/DA program has 46 people receiving services in Orange County. These clients can <br /> receive supplies and other services to remain in their homes and has a broader budget. The <br /> amount that can be spent on CAP cases is capped at the amount of skilled nursing care. Social <br /> workers have to make a plan that ensures safety 24 hours per day, 7 days per week. <br /> Jane Garrett asked how the agency collaborates with the Department on Aging. Ms. Lassiter-Fisher <br /> responded that there are two DSS social workers stationed at the senior centers. The two agencies <br /> also share contract providers and staff cases together and/or make referrals. <br /> 4. Energy Outreach Plan <br /> Lindsey Shewmaker presented the FY2024-25 Energy Outreach Plan for Board approval. <br /> Ann Wilkerson moved that the Board approve the Energy Programs Outreach Plan. Sally Greene <br /> seconded the motion. The motion was carried without dissent. <br /> 5. Director's Report <br /> Registrations for the Social Services Institute are due shortly although there is no agenda yet. Chris <br /> Barnes indicated interest in attending. <br /> VII. Announcements <br /> Chris Barnes moved to adjourn the meeting at 5:08 pm. Sally Greene seconded the motion. The motion was <br /> carried without dissent. <br /> Submitted by: <br /> 2 <br />