Issue - meetings

To agree a vision for a centre of excellence.

RESOLVED:

Decisions of the Cabinet

1.  That the vision for a centre of excellence as set out in Appendix 1 of the report be agreed.

2.  That there be further consultation with families and key stakeholders on the preferred option of Cator Street as the location for the centre.

3.  That the positive outcome of the consultation exercise on vision and services and the opportunity that now arises for the council to work with families and carers, as well as the NHS and community partners to transform the way day opportunities for older people living with dementia are provided and the support that is available to their carers be noted.

4.  That it be noted that officers will now establish a working group comprising representatives from families/carers, the NHS and other key stakeholders to take forward the vision for the centre of excellence, shape the proposed model of care and work jointly with corporate property in the design and procurement of the centre.

5.  That an information report is submitted to cabinet in six months to outline progress. 

Decision of the Leader of the Council

6.  That authority be delegated to the cabinet member for health and adult social care to determine the most appropriate future service model and the decision regarding the location of the centre.