Score: -4 (2/0/6)

Ventura County Grand Jury • 2015-2016

Camarillo Congregate Meal Program

Published: May 26, 2016 13 pages

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Findings and Recommendations 21 findings

F01

Seniors in the Camarillo area have less access to congregate meals than those in other areas of the County. (FA-09, FA-10)

No recommendations for this finding

F02

The CHCD receives less of the available public funding for the congregate program than other service providers in the County. It only applies for funding to cover costs of a once-a-month congregate meal. (FA-08, FA- 10, FA-11)

No recommendations for this finding

F03

The senior population of Camarillo has not been formally surveyed to determine its need for a five-day-a week congregate meal program. (FA-13)

No recommendations for this finding

F04

The City of Camarillo allocates limited General Fund support for senior programs when compared with other cities in the County. (FA-14)

No recommendations for this finding

F05

The City of Camarillo, the Camarillo Health Care District, and the Pleasant Valley Recreation and Park District have not adequately collaborated or coordinated efforts to meet the needs of seniors in Camarillo. (FA-11, FA-19, FA-20, FA-21) 4 Camarillo Congregate Meal Program Recommendations

No recommendations for this finding

F06

The CHCD is the official “service provider” for publicly funded congregate meals managed by the VCAAA.

No recommendations for this finding

F07

The City of Camarillo has no formal relationship with the CHCD and the PVRPD.

No recommendations for this finding

F08

According to the Administration for Community Living, the congregate meal program offers meals to seniors in a social setting. It helps “...to keep older Americans healthy and prevent the need for more costly medical interventions....The program presents opportunities for social engagement, information on healthy aging and meaningful volunteer roles, all of which contribute to an older individual’s overall health and well-being.” (Ref-06)

No recommendations for this finding

F09

Congregate meal programs are offered Monday through Friday in ten County locations. The Camarillo Health Care District serves a congregate meal one day a month. (Att-01)

No recommendations for this finding

F10

The VCAAA and its nutrition service providers throughout the County apply for State and federal funds on a four-year cycle. Service providers responded to VCAAA’s Request for Proposal for fiscal years 2016-2020. On March 9, 2016, the VCAAA Advisory Council approved these plans. Camarillo’s proposal for serving a congregate meal one day per month was approved. (Ref-07)

No recommendations for this finding

F11

From 2005 to 2012, the CHCD and the PVRPD had a Memorandum of Understanding for serving a congregate meal to seniors four days a week. The CHCD provided staff and services; the PVRPD provided facilities. (Ref-08)

No recommendations for this finding

F12

According to the draft of the VCAAA Master Strategic Plan 2016-2020, Camarillo residents 60 years of age and older make up approximately 23% of the City’s population compared to 18.1% in the County. (Ref-09)

No recommendations for this finding

F13

Although residents 60 and older comprise approximately 23% of the City’s population, the Grand Jury could find no evidence that the City has conducted a recent formal comprehensive survey of this population to determine its needs.

No recommendations for this finding

F14

The ten cities in the County allocate funding for senior programs through their general funds. This funding ranges from $66.83 per senior in the City of Moorpark to $2.36 per senior in the City of Camarillo. [Note: Some senior programs in the cities are subsidized by funds from other sources.] (Att-02)

No recommendations for this finding

F15

As part of the process in developing its draft Master Strategic Plan 2016- 2020, the VCAAA conducted a “Consumers’ Survey” of County senior residents and their caregivers. Access to nutritious food ranked second only to transportation in importance to those seniors who responded. (Ref-09) Camarillo Congregate Meal Program 3

No recommendations for this finding

F16

Federal and State funding for the mandated nutrition programs has been stagnant. Service providers are currently responsible for 10% of the cost of the program although this amount can be met with donations “in kind”.

No recommendations for this finding

F17

The City of Camarillo is currently in discussion with the PVRPD to allocate funds for increased services for seniors in Camarillo.

No recommendations for this finding

F18

The PVRPD, in conjunction with City organizations/businesses, sponsors a senior meal and movie event once a month. According to the PVRPD, seniors have been turned away because the program is so popular and resources are limited.

No recommendations for this finding

F19

The PVRPD 2013-2018 Strategic Plan calls for open communication with other districts in the area. According to the plan, “The District will explore partnerships with other local agencies, businesses and non-profits to expand program areas…” including those for seniors. One of the five year goals is to be “…actively engaged with strategic partners in the community.” (Ref-10)

No recommendations for this finding

F20

The Grand Jury could find no evidence of strategic planning by CHCD.

No recommendations for this finding

F21

The Camarillo City Council has established goals and objectives for 2015- 2016, including:  “…to maintain effective communication with local, state and federal elected representatives and other local agencies including schools, parks and special districts.”  “…to maintain effective communications with the community.” (Ref-11) Findings

No recommendations for this finding

Agency Responses 8

Government agencies' official responses to this report's findings and recommendations. Click on a response to see the structured breakdown.

Camarillo Health Care District

June 14, 2016 • 12 pages • 3 responses • Score: -3 (+0, 0, -3) View Details ▾

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3 responses to findings and recommendations

R01

The Grand Jury recommends that the Camarillo City Council, in conjunction with the Camarillo Council on Aging, conduct a comprehensive formal “needs survey” to determine senior concerns, especially as related to an expanded congregate meal program. (FI-01, FI-02, FI-03, FI-04, FI-05)

Response: Will Not Implement

Scheduled: FY 2016-2017 Score: -1

"The Grand Jury recommends that the Camarillo City Council, in conjunction with the Camarillo Council on Aging, conduct a comprehensive formal "needs survey" to determine senior concerns, especially as related to an expanded congregate meal program"(FI-01, 02, 03, 04, 05) NOT WARRANTED: As discussed in FI-03, a recent, comprehensive, formal study (Ventura County Area Agency on Aging Master Strategic Plan 2016-2020) has been conducted, with results regarding meals, nutrition, and access to nutrition education, as follows: Consumers Group: rated "Access to nutritious food; nutrition education an...

R02

The Grand Jury recommends that the Camarillo City Council, the Board of Directors of the Camarillo Health Care District, and the Board of Directors of the Pleasant Valley Recreation and Park District establish formal and regular communication in order to formulate goals and coordinate resources to meet the needs of the senior population. (FI-05) Responses Responses Required From: Board of Directors, Camarillo Health Care District Board of Directors, Pleasant Valley Recreation and Park District C...

Response: Will Not Implement

Scheduled: FY 2016-2017 Score: -1

"The Grand Jury recommends that the Camarillo City Council, the Board of Directors of the Camarillo Health Care District, and the Board of Directors of the Pleasant Valley Recreation and Park District establish formal and regular communication in order to formulate goals and coordinate resources to meet the needs of the senior population." FI-05 NOT WARRANTED: The CHCD continues to enjoy a long history of collaborative and/or coordinated efforts with both the City of Camarillo and the Pleasant Valley Recreation and Park District. The CHCD remains an active community partner and is committed to...

F21

The Camarillo City Council has established goals and objectives for 2015- 2016, including:  “…to maintain effective communication with local, state and federal elected representatives and other local agencies including schools, parks and special districts.”  “…to maintain effective communications with the community.” (Ref-11) Findings

Response: Disagree Score: -1

The CHCD disagrees with this finding, as the Ventura County Area Agency DISAGREE: on Aging recently completed a Master Strategic Plan 2016-2020, addressing this issue with the following results: Consumers Group: rated "Access to nutritious food; nutrition education and counseling" as 2<sup>nd</sup> priority (ATTACHMENT B) Professionals Group: rated "Access to nutritious food; nutrition education and counseling" as 9th priority (ATTACHMENT B) When asked "In the next 10 years, what do you think the THREE (3) MOST IMPORTANT services will be for Ventura County seniors and persons with disabilities...

City of Camarillo

July 09, 2012 • 5 pages • 1 response • Score: +1 (+1, 0, 0) View Details ▾

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1 response to findings and recommendations

R01

The Grand Jury recommends that the Camarillo City Council, in conjunction with the Camarillo Council on Aging, conduct a comprehensive formal “needs survey” to determine senior concerns, especially as related to an expanded congregate meal program. (FI-01, FI-02, FI-03, FI-04, FI-05)

Response: Will Implement

Score: +1

We agree with the recommendation and want to ensure you that the Camarillo Police Department submits a restitution form with every graffiti vandalism case to the County Probation Department requesting full restitution by the arrestee when the City of Camarillo is the victim. (See Exhibit 1 attached.) Recommendation R-04: The Cities should enlist the assistance of volunteer groups within the County for graffiti abatement. Such groups might include: Sheriff's and Youth Graffiti Removal Incident Team; Keep America Beautiful; and various civic groups. Response: We agree with the recommendation and...

City of Camarillo

June 26, 2012 • 3 pages View Details ▾

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City of Camarillo

April 23, 2012 • 5 pages • 1 response • Score: +1 (+1, 0, 0) View Details ▾

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Pleasant Valley Recreation and Park District

July 23, 2016 • 20 pages • 2 responses • Score: -2 (+0, 0, -2) View Details ▾

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2 responses to findings and recommendations

R01

The Grand Jury recommends that the Camarillo City Council, in conjunction with the Camarillo Council on Aging, conduct a comprehensive formal “needs survey” to determine senior concerns, especially as related to an expanded congregate meal program. (FI-01, FI-02, FI-03, FI-04, FI-05)

Response: Will Not Implement

Scheduled: FY 2016-2017 Score: -1

conjunction with the Camarillo Council on Aging, conduct a comprehensive formal "needs survey" to determine senior concerns, especially as related to an expanded congregate meal program. (FI-01, FI-02, FI-03, FI-04, FI-05). Recommendation R-01 is neither warranted nor reasonable. Α comprehensive, formal study has been conducted by Ventura County Area Agency on Aging (Master Strategic Plan 2016-2020) with results regarding meals, and nutrition. Conducting a "needs survey" for a restricted segment and scope would be cost-prohibitive and a duplication of services. The Grand Jury recommends that ...

R02

The Grand Jury recommends that the Camarillo City Council, the Board of Directors of the Camarillo Health Care District, and the Board of Directors of the Pleasant Valley Recreation and Park District establish formal and regular communication in order to formulate goals and coordinate resources to meet the needs of the senior population. (FI-05) Responses Responses Required From: Board of Directors, Camarillo Health Care District Board of Directors, Pleasant Valley Recreation and Park District C...

Response: Will Not Implement

Scheduled: FY 2016-2017 Score: -1

Directors of the Camarillo Health Care District, and the Board of Directors of the Pleasant Valley Recreation and Park District establish formal and regular communication in order to formulate goals and coordinate resources to meet the needs of the senior population. (FI-05) Recommendation R-02 is not warranted at this time as Pleasant Valley Recreation and Park District continues to work with the Camarillo Health Care District as well as the City of Camarillo. As the partnership continues, Pleasant Valley Recreation and Park District will continue to look for meaningful ways to partner with b...

City of Camarillo

July 27, 2016 • 10 pages • 2 responses • Score: -1 (+0, 0, -1) View Details ▾

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2 responses to findings and recommendations

R01

The Grand Jury recommends that the Camarillo City Council, in conjunction with the Camarillo Council on Aging, conduct a comprehensive formal “needs survey” to determine senior concerns, especially as related to an expanded congregate meal program. (FI-01, FI-02, FI-03, FI-04, FI-05)

Response: Will Not Implement

Score: -1

The City disagrees with this recommendation as not warranted for the following reasons: CCXA 2 Response to Grand Jury - Congregate Meal Program July 27, 2016 Page 2 The Ventura County Area Agency on Aging (VCAAA) recently surveyed the seniors living within the County to assess senior needs. The survey included questions regarding access to meals, food and nutritional information. The Camarillo Council on Aging (CCOA), in collaboration with the VCAAA, actively worked to ensure the Camarillo community was aware of the survey and had access to it. As a result, 21% of the total responses received...

R02

The Grand Jury recommends that the Camarillo City Council, the Board of Directors of the Camarillo Health Care District, and the Board of Directors of the Pleasant Valley Recreation and Park District establish formal and regular communication in order to formulate goals and coordinate resources to meet the needs of the senior population. (FI-05) Responses Responses Required From: Board of Directors, Camarillo Health Care District Board of Directors, Pleasant Valley Recreation and Park District C...

Response: Unknown

Scheduled: FY 2016/17 Score: 0

The City disagrees with this recommendation in that regular communication and coordination of efforts already exists between the three agencies as set forth below and the City intends to continue to work collaboratively with the CHCD and PVRPD to best serve the residents within our respective jurisdictions: The City has a formal arrangement with CHCD to contribute funding to support CHCD's ongoing meal programs. • The Camarillo Council on Aging meets on a monthly basis. The CHCD and PVRPD have provided the meeting space for these meetings for many years. On every CCOA agenda there is an item...

City of Camarillo

July 25, 2013 • 5 pages • 2 responses View Details ▾

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2 responses to findings and recommendations

R01

The Grand Jury recommends that the Camarillo City Council, in conjunction with the Camarillo Council on Aging, conduct a comprehensive formal “needs survey” to determine senior concerns, especially as related to an expanded congregate meal program. (FI-01, FI-02, FI-03, FI-04, FI-05)

Response: Unknown

Score: 0

R-0I for two reasons. First, the Ventura County Transportation Commission already has a staff to coordinate the transportation needs in Ventura County including the transportation needs of seniors. Second, there is limited funding for transportation. Therefore, there is no need for an independent, non-elected County administrator to be assigned as proposed in R-01. In cooperation with the VCTC and VCAAA, programs should be implemented R-02. that are designed to assist senior citizens with transportation within their cities and throughout the County. The City of Camarillo will continue to par...

R02

The Grand Jury recommends that the Camarillo City Council, the Board of Directors of the Camarillo Health Care District, and the Board of Directors of the Pleasant Valley Recreation and Park District establish formal and regular communication in order to formulate goals and coordinate resources to meet the needs of the senior population. (FI-05) Responses Responses Required From: Board of Directors, Camarillo Health Care District Board of Directors, Pleasant Valley Recreation and Park District C...

Response: Unknown

Score: 0

local and countywide programs designed to aid senior citizens as well as other transit patrons. The development of a memorandum of agreement among five public entities in East Ventura County is a current example of a program designed to improve bus transportation. The Ventura County Board of Supervisors should allocate specific funding for R-03. senior transportation. Like other services and programs provided by an individual

City of Camarillo

May 30, 2013 • 1 pages View Details ▾

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