San Andreas is seeking proposals that focus on delivery of Speech and Language within the identified service area. San Andreas is encouraging community-based locations and partnerships to increase access and utilization of Individual Speech and Language services for the Early Start population, who currently receive limited to no service delivery due limited availability of resources in the counties identified. The provision of services should encompass culturally and linguistically sensitive practices for Developmental Assessments; Speech and Language assessments, and on-going Speech and Language services, with parent education in the natural environment. Service scheduling should be flexible and include off-peak times to better meet working family’s schedules. Schedules must include some availability after 5:00 PM Monday through Friday as well as weekend hours. The start-up funds outlined in this RFP are intended strictly for provider-related expenses essential to establishing operations (such as office furnishings, supplies, and staff recruitment) and are subject to approval by the Department of Developmental Services (DDS). One award will be granted, specifically speech and language.
