Decision Maker: Integration Joint Board

Outcome: Approve

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: No

Date of Decision: May 28, 2025

Purpose: Following IJB meetings on 19th February and 19th March 2025, savings were identified to reduce funding gap in revenue budget. The review and rationalisation of in-house Learning Disability Day Service provision must identify £104,634 of savings.

Content: Chief Officer will ensure clear communication and engagement with affected families and individuals to understand their needs and support them through the transition;   A clear plan to be developed for transitioning individuals to alternative provisions, ensuring no-one loses service until suitable alternatives are in place;   Chief Officer to report to each meeting of IJB on progress of communication and transition efforts;   Officers to consider alternative delivery models involving community groups, third-party providers and private providers to enhance service capacity;   Officers to establish a mechanism for individuals to escalate concerns if they feel their needs are not being met.