Transitional Medical Respite Services

Pierce County is seeking a qualified provider to operate a Temporary Transitional Medical Respite Program within a County-owned facility located in Parkland, serving low- to moderate-income individuals experiencing homelessness. The program will provide temporary medical respite services, including 24-hour access to a bed, nutritionally appropriate meals, transportation to medical appointments, and access to a phone for telehealth or medically related communications. The selected provider will be required to deliver comprehensive, housing-focused medical respite services in collaboration with clinical and community-based partners. Key services include: • 24-hour access to a bed, providing stable and continuous shelter • Three nutritionally appropriate meals per day • Transportation to and from all medical appointments • Access to a phone for telehealth or medically related communications • Secure storage space for clients' personal belongings • Wellness checks conducted at least once every 24 hours by respite program staff • Health education and self-managing support, including medication management, chronic disease education, and support for activities of daily living • Behavioral Health Support, either directly or through referral partnerships • Housing focused case management, including individualized housing plans, housing search and placement assistance, and coordination with Coordinated Entry