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Approval of Wellness Support Services Agreement with The Nemours Foundation

Original title: Approval and execution of (1) Orange County, Florida and The Nemours Foundation Agreement related to Provision of Physical and Mental Wellness Support and (2) Business Associate Agreement between Orange County, Florida and The Nemours Foundation related to Provision of Adequate Assurances of Compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (“HIPAA”) Privacy, Breach, and Security Rules, the Health Information Technology for Economic Health Act (“HITECH”) Breach Notification Rules, and the Florida Information Protection Act of 2014 (“FIPA”). (Head Start Division)

June 30, 2026

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The Frame

What this does

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.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

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.

What changed

Last recorded activity June 30, 2026.

What's next

Next step not available in the current record.

Summary

Orange County has approved a contract with The Nemours Foundation to provide physical and mental wellness support services for the Head Start Division. The agreement includes a Business Associate Agreement to ensure compliance with federal and state health data privacy laws.

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?
The foundation will provide physical and mental wellness support services to the Head Start Division.
How is my child's health information protected under this agreement?
The county signed a Business Associate Agreement that requires The Nemours Foundation to comply with federal and rules, as well as the Florida Information Protection Act of 2014.

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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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.

Connected Entities

organizationOrange County, FloridaThe local government entity entering into the agreement.Map →
organizationHead Start DivisionThe specific county department receiving the wellness services.Map →
organizationThe Nemours FoundationThe service provider for physical and mental wellness support.Map →

Sources

Open source document

webapi.legistar.com

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  • Controversy5
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  • Entertainment5
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