Approval of Wellness Support Services Agreement with The Nemours Foundation
June 30, 2026
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The Frame
This agreement establishes the legal framework for The Nemours Foundation to provide wellness services to children and families in the Orange County Head Start program while mandating strict protection of their personal health information.
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Head Start participants and families
These individuals will receive physical and mental wellness support services provided by The Nemours Foundation.
The Nemours Foundation
The organization is contractually obligated to provide wellness services and adhere to strict health data privacy standards.
Last recorded activity June 30, 2026.
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Summary
Key Facts
- Orange County approved an agreement with The Nemours Foundation for physical and mental wellness support services.
- The agreement includes a Business Associate Agreement (BAA) to ensure compliance with HIPAA, HITECH, and FIPA regulations.
- The services are designated for the Head Start Division.
- The agreement covers compliance with the Florida Information Protection Act of 2014 (FIPA).
- The agreement covers compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) Privacy, Breach, and Security Rules.
- The agreement covers compliance with the Health Information Technology for Economic Health Act (HITECH) Breach Notification Rules.
- The file number for this action is 26-0765.
- The status of the recommendation is 'Passed'.
Frequently Asked Questions
What services will The Nemours Foundation provide?
How is my child's health information protected under this agreement?
Why It Matters
This agreement establishes the legal framework for The Nemours Foundation to provide wellness services to children and families in the Orange County Head Start program while mandating strict protection of their personal health information.
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Discoveries
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Formalization of Data Privacy
The inclusion of a specific Business Associate Agreement alongside the service contract highlights an increased focus on data privacy compliance for third-party health providers.
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