Since 2003, councils have been required to set an eligibility threshold. There are 4 levels of risk – low / moderate / substantial / high. Councils are duty bound to meet the needs of all individuals that meet their threshold for services, regardless of resources. However, when setting the threshold for services, councils are entitled to take into account their available resources.
Decision type: Key
Reason Key: Significant effect on 2 or more wards;
Decision status: Recommendations Approved
Wards affected: (All Wards);
Open/Exempt: Open;
Lead member: Councillor Rita Patel councillorrita.patel@leicester.gov.uk
Department: Adult Social Care, Health & Housing
Contact: Ruth Lake Email: Ruth.Lake@leicester.gov.uk Email: Ruth.Lake@leicester.gov.uk.
Consultation process
Consultation required if threshold is changed.