Decision details

To procure a mixed model of accommodation based and floating support, as detailed in Option 3.

To note the comments of the Adult Social Care Scrutiny Commission meeting held on 14 August 2014.

A review of Housing Related Support services for people with substance misuse issues found there was a need for a mixture of accommodation based and floating support. 

Option 1

Do nothing and continue with the provision of accommodation based housing related support provided at Heathfield House.  This is not an option, as the contract with the existing support provider cannot be extended beyond 31^st March 2015. 

Option 2

Procure the model that was detailed in the original consultation exercise, which comprises of accommodation based and floating support services, with a 10-bedded unit offering up to a 6 months stay.  This model reflects local needs, and addresses the weaknesses identified through the review process. 

Option 3

This option takes into consideration concerns raised through the consultation process, making changes to the original proposal.

Procure a mixed model of floating and accommodation based support, offering temporary accommodation for up to 12 months.  This model still responds to local needs, and addresses the weaknesses of the existing provision.  A minimum 10 beds will be procured, with the provision of additional beds being negotiated with the new provider.