Issue details
Accommodation based flexible support and care for residents with a learning disability
Renewal of expired contractual arrangements
for several providers delivering a range of services for residents
with a learning disability and/or autism, some of whom have
additional complex physical health needs and/or behaviours which
can challenge services.
The services are delivered from registered residential care homes,
shared supported accommodation and individual tenancies, and
support the council in meeting its statutory responsibilities under
the Care Act 2014.
Plans are in place to set up a Housing Care and Support Framework
that will replace the range of contracts currently in place, set a
quality and outcomes framework, price and allow the development of
support for people with learning disabilities in the
Bi-Borough
Decision type: Key
Reason Key: Significant expenditure/savings;
Decision status: Recommendations Approved
Wards affected: (All Wards);
Notice of proposed decision first published: 03/08/2020
Anticipated restriction: Fully exempt - View reasons
Explanation of anticipated restriction:
The decision request is exempt due to the nature of the decision being taken linked to continuity of service provision is essential in advance of the appointment of new providers through the proposed Housing Care and Support Framework.
Decision due: Before 16 Sep 2020 by Cabinet Member for Adult Social Care and Public Health
Lead director: Executive Director Adult Services
Contact: Ian Ramshaw, Interim Lead Commissioner Email: iramshaw@westminster.gov.uk.