The City of San Francisco held a government meeting on July 4, 2025, focusing on the development and implementation of a regional strategic plan aimed at enhancing aging and adult services. The meeting featured discussions led by Jill Nielsen, the Deputy Director of Programs, who outlined the collaborative efforts with the Bay Area Social Services Consortium and local universities to address workforce issues in adult services.

Nielsen highlighted the establishment of a regional adult services committee that has been working to create a strategic plan to build capacity at the county level and tackle workforce shortages, particularly in social work. The plan aims to replicate successful practices from San Francisco across the 13 Bay Area counties, which include Sonoma, Napa, Santa Cruz, and Monterey. The goal is to ensure equitable distribution of resources and improve adult services in smaller counties that may lack adequate support.

During the meeting, Nielsen also presented a request for approval of a sole source waiver and grant agreement with the Child and Family Policy Institute of California. This contract, amounting to approximately $1.4 million, will provide statewide services funded through the 50 Ninth County Fund, which supports adult protective services and related programs. The contract aims to assist counties in translating state policies into practical applications, enhancing the capacity of adult services departments across California.

The meeting concluded with a call for public comments, but no members of the public chose to speak. Commissioners expressed appreciation for the department's outreach efforts and the importance of the strategic plan. The discussions underscored the commitment to improving adult services and addressing the needs of vulnerable populations in the region.