Future commissioning intentions
Recommissioning preventative support services – strengthening the alignment with our adult social care front door offer and complement other commissioned services.
Clear pathways through care – The creation of clear service pathways which focus on promoting independence and supporting the person to move on to more independent living.
Commissioning pathways – Value for money to be optimised by exploring opportunities to reduce reliance on traditional care models and optimise care package sizes whilst ensuring the person remains safe and well and achieves their outcomes. This will be achieved by commissioning pathways in accommodation that can support step-down without the need for individuals to move.
Individual packages of care – Sourcing bespoke individual commissioned packages of care, offering opportunities to explore innovative solutions for matching individuals with affordable accommodations that align with Housing Benefit limits.
Addressing challenges – By addressing challenges in commissioning single units, providers can focus on creating scalable and financially sustainable models that deliver high quality care whilst maintaining affordability.
Assistive technology – Integration of assistive technology to provide valuable insights capable of informing evidence-based decision making enhancing individual outcomes. Technology may be used as a creative alternative to traditional nighttime support where appropriate.
Short-term support – Empower individuals by commissioning transitional or short-term support to maximise their potential. By investing in short term support, longer term sourcing decisions will be made with greater accuracy and alignment to people’s unique needs and aspirations
Clear future milestones – At the point of placement, establishing clear expectations regarding an individual’s pathway and future milestones (e.g. one year, three years, five years) creates a shared vision. Progress to be consistently reviewed to ensure care packages are dynamically aligned with the individual’s achievements and evolving needs.
The main service user groups we need more support for are:
- Younger adults with complex needs
- Neurodivergent adults where mental health is the main concern
- People with forensic, high-risk or complex needs
- People for whom existing models of provision have not worked
- People stepping down in need of small weekly support packages
- Younger people with early onset dementia
- People needing short-term respite or emergency support