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Approve and authorize the Chairman to execute the Aspire Health Partners, Inc. Transportation Program Agreement for FY26-27 in the amount of $25,000 to assist with transporting uninsured Seminole County residents for mental health services. Countywide (Allison Thall, Community Services Director)
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Division:
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Community Services - Community Health
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Authorized By:
Allison Thall, Community Services Director
Contact/Phone Number:
Kelly Welch/407-665-2391
Background:
The Aspire Health Partners (Aspire) Transportation agreement will support the provision of transportation services for mentally disabled and low-income adults in Seminole County. This provision of specialized transportation is critical for residents who are unable to utilize public transportation due to their serious and persistent mental health conditions. In FY2025-2026, Aspire provided 4,034 rides for Seminole residents to access essential psychiatric services.
The funding of $25,000 will help cover the fuel for their fleet vehicles which transport these vulnerable adults.
Requested Action:
Staff requests the Board approve and authorize the Chairman to execute the Aspire Health Partners, Inc. Transportation Program Agreement for FY26-27 in the amount of $25,000 to help transport uninsured Seminole County residents for mental health services.