Primary Department: Commissioner, Precinct 4
Primary Department Head/Elected Official: Lesley Briones, Commissioner
Secondary Department: N/A
Secondary Department Head/Elected Official: N/A
Regular or Supplemental RCA: Regular RCA
Type of Request: Interlocal Agreement
Project ID (if applicable): N/A
Vendor/Entity Legal Name (if applicable): The MolinaCares Accord
MWBE Contracted Goal (if applicable): N/A
MWBE Current Participation (if applicable): N/A
Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: N/A - Goal not applicable to request
Grant Indirect Costs Rate (if applicable): N/A
Justification for 0% Grant Indirect Costs Rate (if applicable): N/A - Not a grant item
Request Summary (Agenda Caption):
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Request that the County Judge execute an agreement with The MolinaCares Accord to provide community-based services to seniors, parents, and expecting parents on a wide range of health topics designed to promote overall well-being at Precinct 4 community centers, at no cost to the County.
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Background and Discussion:
Precinct 4 is partnering with The MolinaCares Accord to provide community-based health and family wellness programming for Harris County residents. Through this collaboration, Molina will deliver three independently operated programs: the Grandparents Social Club, Moms Club, and Community Baby Showers, each designed to promote health education, social connection, and family well-being. The agreement term is until April 1, 2027, with two (2) one-year renewal options.
The collaboration aims to strengthen community support networks by providing educational workshops, wellness activities, peer engagement opportunities, and access to community resources for grandparents, expectant parents, and families with young children. Programs will incorporate interactive learning experiences and culturally responsive services that encourage healthy lifestyles and improve family stability. All services will be provided at no cost to participants or Harris County.
Expected Impact:
The MolinaCares collaboration is expected to improve health literacy, family engagement, and social connectedness among Harris County residents. Grandparents will benefit from opportunities for social interaction and health education, while expectant mothers and families with young children will gain access to valuable resources that support maternal wellness, child development, and family stability.
Community Baby Showers will provide essential prenatal and postpartum education while connecting families to local social service organizations and support networks. Collectively, these initiatives are designed to reduce isolation, increase access to health information, and foster stronger, healthier communities throughout Precinct 4.
Alternative Options: N/A
County Strategic Plan Goal: 4. Improve physical and mental health outcomes across all communities.
County Strategic Plan Objective: N: Improve the health behaviors of community members.
Justice/Safety Initiative (Goal 1): N/A
Infrastructure Initiative (Goal 2): N/A
Economy Initiative (Goal 3): N/A
Health Initiative (Goal 4): N1: Improve coordination of public health efforts and campaign delivery among local health agencies and nonprofits.
Climate/Resilience Initiative (Goal 5): N/A
Housing Initiative (Goal 6): N/A
Additional notes related to the Strategic Plan: N/A
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Precinct(s): Precinct 4
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Anticipated Court Date: 7/9/2026
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Emergency/Disaster Recovery Note: Not an emergency, disaster, or ARPA related item
Contact(s) name, title, department: Daniel Rodriguez, Chief Operations Officer, Commissioner Precinct 4
Attachments (if applicable): Agreement