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RESOLVED

KEY DECISION
 
That
the Executive approved the proposal to remove reference to
Department of Work and Pensions DS1500 Certificates from the Adult
Social Care Fees and Charges Policy and not extend the exemption to
charging to the SR1 Form.
 
 
Reasons for Recommendation: This recommendation is the preferred
option as it provides an equitable policy on charging for all
people with an eligible need for community-based services, in line
with charging regulations and statutory guidance.

Alternative Options Considered: Other options have been
considered;

 

a)     
Do nothing – this would mean that NNC’s
Adult Social Care Charging policy does not reflect current practice
in relation to Department Work and Pensions assessments and
provision for extending benefits to people assessed as approaching
the end of their life.

 
Extend the exemption on charges to the SR1 form - this option is
not recommended as it would result in inequitable financial
contributions for people in receipt of community-based care and
support.