The evidence-based wellness services solicited through this RFP shall be operated to assist older adults in achieving healthy, independent, and self-sufficient lives to the extent possible and to provide information and assistance to their family caregivers. Evidence-Based Wellness Services may be designed to assist healthy older persons in maintaining positive health states; to assist older persons with chronic diseases to better manage their conditions; and to promote healthy lifestyles and behaviors among all older persons at the community level. Wellness and health promotion activities will occur in group settings. While potential activities and services appropriate for a wellness/health program are myriad, the AAA/DAS mandates that the services offered are evidence-based program services listed on the DAS Taxonomy of available services. Middle Georgia Regional Commission is interested in the following programs: Chronic Disease Self-Management Program (CDSMP), Matter of Balance (MOB), Tai Chi, Bingocize, and the Diabetes Self-Management Program (DSMP). Other evidence-based programs may be proposed, but they must be included on the DAS Taxonomy. All programs may require the use of volunteers to serve as Master Trainers, Lay Leaders, Coaches, and/or Leaders. The successful offeror must ensure that all Evidence-Based Wellness Services data is collected, and services are reported using the appropriate format established by DHS/DAS and/or the AAA.
