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Approval is sought to commence a procurement process for the provision of Day Opportunities for Older People and People with Dementia.

Cabinet Portfolio Holder – Councillor Margaret Bell

Councillor Margaret Bell (Portfolio Holder for Adult Social Care and Health) introduced this report which requested approval to commence procurement for the provision of Day Opportunities for Older People and People with Dementia.  The contract would be for an initial period of three years, with options to extend for periods up to 24 months. 

Councillor Marian Humphreys noted that respite facilities and facilities to ensure individuals could stay independent at home for as long as possible were very much needed by the community.

Councillor Jerry Roodhouse linked this to previous discussions about what it was possible to do in communities or do differently, for example around the use of buildings and he expressed hope that this tender process would bring this to light.

Councillor Bell welcomed enthusiasm for these services, noting the benefits of respite in particular.

Resolved:

That Cabinet:

1.     Authorises the Executive Director for Social Care and Health, in consultation with the Portfolio Holder for Adult Social Care and Health, to commence a procurement process for the provision of Day Opportunities for Older People and People with Dementia by Warwickshire County Council as set out in the report; and

2.     Authorises the Executive Director for Social Care and Health to enter into all relevant contracts for the provision of Day Opportunities for Older People and People with Dementia on terms and conditions acceptable to the Executive Director for Resources.