Home and Community Care Block Grant Advisory Committee Meeting | August 26, 2026

The Buncombe County Home and Community Care Block Grant Advisory Committee met on August 26, 2026, to review provider expenditures, units of service reports, and program updates related to the Home and Community Care Block Grant (HCCBG). Key procurement-related discussions included concerns about non-responsive providers such as Amberlite and Blue Ridge, with committee members considering issuing formal corrective action notices due to lack of invoicing and reporting. The committee also reviewed service delivery metrics from various providers, including transportation services by Mountain Mobility, nutrition programs, and mental health counseling, emphasizing the importance of quality, impact, and community engagement. Additionally, the committee discussed potential adjustments to application timelines and scoring tools for future grant cycles, aiming to improve procurement and funding processes. No new contract awards or vendor selections were reported, but the committee focused on monitoring existing contracts and ensuring compliance to safeguard funding continuity.