DAP Health to Oversee the City of Palm Springs' Universal Basic Income (UBI) Program
The initiative, previously administered by Queer Works, began in March of 2023.
In a joint decision by the city of Palm Springs, Queer Works, and DAP Health, the latter has proudly stepped forward to take over the administration of the Universal Basic Income (UBI) pilot program, effective July 12, 2024.
The program has been part of a larger effort by Queer Works, DAP Health, and the city of Palm Springs to address the economic and social challenges facing low-income individuals and families in Palm Springs. The UBI program began in March 2023, and currently provides a monthly assistance payment of $800 to 14 low-income individuals and/or families. The program will conclude on April 15, 2025.
DAP Health Chief Transformation Officer C.J. Tobe will lead the effort going forward. His focus will include:
- Communicating directly with the UBI participants, ensuring program access and compliance.
- Ensuring each program participant receives case management and other support services, as needed.
- Partnering with researchers to report on outcomes.
“Consistent with DAP Health’s 40-year history of protecting and expanding access to care not only for members of the LGBTQ+ community but for all people,” says CEO David Brinkman, “DAP Health is proud to assume this role so that there is no disruption to the participants of this Universal Basic Income pilot program.”
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