Decision Maker: Cabinet
Decision status: Approved
Is Key decision?: Yes
Is subject to call in?: Yes
The Cabinet will be asked to approve proposals relating to the procurement of a new ‘Reablement at Home’ short-term therapy-based recovery service, aimed at supporting residents who are unwell and unable to look after themselves in their recovery and develop the skills to enabled them to care for themselves and continue to live independently of the care system.
Cabinet resolved to:
(i) Note that the two reablement pilot schemes were extended into the 2024/25 financial year and shall terminate upon the award / mobilisation of the new reablement provision;
(ii) Agree that the Council proceeds with the procurement of a contract for Reablement at Home arrangements in accordance with the strategy set out in the report, subject to the endorsement of the Procurement Board to the exact model of reablement to be procured; and
(iii) Authorise the Strategic Director, Children and Adults, in consultation with the Cabinet Member for Adult Social Care and Health Integration, the Strategic Director, Resources and the Head of Legal, to conduct the procurement and award and enter into the contract(s) and all other necessary or ancillary agreements to fully implement and effect the proposals, including any periods of extension.
Report author: Chris Bush
Publication date: 17/04/2024
Date of decision: 16/04/2024
Decided at meeting: 16/04/2024 - Cabinet
Effective from: 25/04/2024
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