Harris Center program extension clears technical review; no new funding requested

Aug 17, 2026

HCD staff presented an extension of the Harris Center's independent living program contract through July 31, 2027, to continue 32 intensive rehabilitative beds for people stepping down from inpatient psychiatric care; staff said the program exceeded its beneficiary goal (190 served vs. 120 goal as of May 2026).

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Melody Barr told council the department is presenting a first amendment to the subrecipient agreement with the Harris Center to extend the term of an independent living program that provides psychiatric care, individualized treatment plans, and access to treatment beds for people transitioning from inpatient psychiatric care.

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