Final Contract July 2026 Methodist STAR

This contract funds the STAR Center, a Sexual Trauma Awareness & Recovery Center operated by The Methodist Hospitals, Inc. in Lake County, Indiana. The grant supports a full‑time forensic nurse examiner, fringe benefits, community education materials, and victim transportation services. Funding is sourced from the Lake County Health Department under the Health First Indiana program and runs through the end of 2026, with monthly reporting requirements and strict compliance standards (HIPAA, residency, equal‑opportunity). The agreement is a direct grant (sole‑source) with modest budgetary amounts and performance metrics tied to education and victim referrals. • Program delivers forensic medical exams, 24‑hour staffing, and transportation for sexual‑assault victims. • Budget line items total roughly $19 k (salary, benefits, training materials). • Monthly KPI reports required; renewal contingent on state funding and KPI achievement.