Purpose

Deliver upgrades to Carrswood Day Centre Sensory Room, to create an enhanced, safe and immersive setting for service users. A modern, well-equipped sensory space can restore therapeutic value, enhance communication and engagement, promote relaxation and reduce anxiety, stimulate cognitive and physical development, & Increase accessibility and safety. Plus retrospective approval for delivered emergency replacement of a Hoist at Connections.

Decision

To fully approve £25,137 of capital budget, fully funded by Corporate Supported Borrowing

Alternative options considered

Option 1: Do nothing would mean continued use of outdated end of life equipment, resulting in reduced occupant satisfaction & potential future health and safety issues. Therefore not considered to be a viable option.
Option 2: Partial Refurbishment - Carry out only essential works. Resulting in improved safety and compliance in key areas, but some outdated or non-optimal equipment may remain. Would be lower upfront costs compared to full outlined updates, but potential for ongoing issues in areas not addressed. Results in occupant experience improving slightly, but the building may still fall short of modern standards. If completed in phases this would impact on ability to continue to use the room & would be more disruptive. Dismissed as an option as fails to adequately address the key issues of modernisation and safety within the Carrswood building.