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Board approves PT and OT providers for related services RFPs
Summary
After reviewing proposals for related services, the board approved contracting PT services with Dr. Nobi Ramos and OT services with Believe in Care; no proposals were received for visual-impairment or orientation-and-mobility services and staff will seek Region 1 assistance to recruit providers.
Administration reported on RFPs for related services and recommended awarding physical-therapy services to Dr. Nobi Ramos (the sole proposer) and occupational-therapy services to Believe in Care, an incumbent provider. Staff said approximately 30 students currently require PT services and that contracting remains more cost-effective than hiring a full-time staff PT given provider shortages in the area.
The board moved and seconded the recommendations and the motion carried. Administration noted that no proposals were received for visual-impairment or orientation-and-mobility services; staff will reach out to Region 1 for assistance recruiting qualified providers and return with recommendations.
