The Adult Social Care Transition Policy Statement sets out how services should work together to identify as soon as possible, those children and their families who may need support to prepare for adulthood, and to support their long-term aspirations. It also supports the county council's corporate priorities:
The Policy Statement focuses on young people who are likely to have eligible social care needs when they reach the age of 18, based on the Care Act 2014 eligibility criteria.
The Policy Statement is intended for Lancashire County Council services, partners and members of the public.
This is deemed to be a Key Decision and the requirements of Standing Order C19 have been complied with.
Decision type: Key
Reason Key: Significant effect in 2 or more electoral divisions;
Decision status: Recommendations Approved
Divisions affected: (All Divisions);
Notice of proposed decision first published: 01/02/2023
Anticipated restriction: Part I -
Decision due: 8 Jun 2023 by Cabinet
Lead member: Cabinet Member for Adult Social Care
Lead director: Executive Director of Adult Services and Health & Wellbeing
Department: Adult Services
Contact: Lynne Johnstone Email: lynne.johnstone@lancashire.gov.uk Tel: 01772 533414.