Adults Social Care and Health Scrutiny Board

The Adults Social Care and Health Scrutiny Board of Oldham Council discussed several key issues, including updates on sexual health services, the establishment of a Joint Health Overview and Scrutiny Committee for the Northern Care Alliance, and the challen...

07 Mar 2024

Adults Social Care and Health Scrutiny Board - Thursday, 7th March, 2024 6.00 pm

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About

The Adults Social Care and Health Scrutiny Board scrutinises the Council's efforts to ensure residents are healthy, safe, and well-supported, focusing on adult services, public health, and the care of vulnerable individuals.

It monitors progress in improving health, lifestyles, and care quality, and ensures effective collaboration between the Council and health organisations. The Board reviews the provision of health and social care services to promote equal access, reduce health inequalities, and achieve optimal outcomes for local people. It has legal responsibilities to review health service planning and provision, request reports and make recommendations to NHS bodies, and respond to significant changes or consultations.