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CityCouncil | 2014-05-06 | 10 | the performance would be strong based on past performance and based on outside sources. Outlined Alameda Family Services (AFS) case management services, including expansion to seniors; provided an example: Ebony Brown, AFS. Mayor Gilmore inquired how many seniors were served through the AFS program, to which Ms. Brown responded approximately 60 seniors. Mayor Gilmore inquired whether AFS's requested funding is just for the senior component, to which Ms. Brown responded in the affirmative; stated the funding would extend the existing program to include a dedicated case manager just for seniors. Vice Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft inquired how many hours per week would the case worker provide, to which Ms. Brown responded 20 hours: 16 hours for case management services and four hours for outreach. In response to Vice Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft's inquiry, Ms. Brown stated the case worker would not be a licensed social worker. Councilmember Daysog stated AFS seems to be youth-focused, inquired whether AFS has experience assisting the elderly. Ms. Brown responded providing direct service to the elderly is a new focus for AFS; stated AFS developed a partnership with Mastick Senior Center after learning about seniors' needs. Councilmember Chen inquired whether other agencies can help seniors apply for the services AFS provides. Ms. Brown responded that she is not aware of any other agency providing the in-home support services in Alameda. Councilmember Chen inquired without similar services, the case manager is much needed; inquired what would happen if AFS loses income next year. Ms. Brown responded sustainability is an on-going issue; AFS is always looking for funding streams; even if AFS only provides the service for one year, seniors can connect to the family support center. Councilmember Chen inquired whether AFS would lose the family support center if there is no funding. Ms. Brown responded in the negative; stated AFS has provided services in Alameda for 34 years; if the new senior case management program is not funded, AFS still has other programs. Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 9 May 6, 2014 | CityCouncil/2014-05-06.pdf |