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Commissioners approve private-pay resident for Howard Haven, bringing house to full occupancy

5533519 · August 5, 2025
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Summary

Staff from Howard Haven asked commissioners to accept Debbie Prather as a private-pay resident; the board approved the request, making the facility a full house at 20 residents.

Jennifer, representing Howard Haven, asked the board to approve Debbie Prather as a private-pay resident and said Prather is a Howard County resident. Commissioners moved, seconded and approved the request by voice vote; the home will be at full capacity with 20 residents once paperwork is completed. Jennifer said the facility has been providing guidance to neighboring counties and that Howard Haven staff are being sought as a resource by other jurisdictions. Commissioners praised her work and approved the admission at the meeting. The county did not provide contract or rate details for the private-pay placement during the meeting.