URL: https://moderngov.harrow.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=63148

Decision Maker: Cabinet

Outcome:

Is Key Decision?: Yes

Is Callable In?: Yes

Purpose: To seek approval to extend the existing care service contract.

Content: To seek approval to extend the existing care service contract. RESOLVED:  That   (1)            an extension to the existing care service contract with Sancroft Community Care Limited (SCCL) from 8 February 2025 to 31 December 2025 with an option to extend for a further 12 months up to 31 December 2026 to maintain access to care and support, be approved;   (2)            a detailed commercial and contract review be undertaken, which would report back to Cabinet by July 2025 with an options appraisal and recommendations for most effectively utilising the service.   Reason for Decision:  These recommendations aimed at enabling the Council to maintain existing access to high quality residential bed supply made available through SCCL to meet adult social needs and demand while a detailed service review was undertaken with stakeholders.  This would also inform long-term service design and requirements and commercial arrangements for effective property licence and management.   The review would also be informed by work to assess the changing demand for care home placements including demand for complex care associated with dementia needs.

Date of Decision: December 17, 2024