What do you think of respite care? Tell Surrey your views on its draft Adult Short Breaks Policy – consultation open
SCC consultation into its Short Breaks Policy for Carers
Surrey County Council’s Adult Social Care team is consulting on its short breaks policy for adult carers – considering what respite a carer should get when looking after an adult with the (eligible) support and care needs.
Consultation is open now, closes Sunday 8th March.
Surrey have drafted their Adults, Wellbeing and Health Partnership (AWHP) Short Breaks Policy for adults, essentially respite care for carers.
It aims to meet the statutory duties under the Care Act 2014, and acknowledge the importance of carers having regular breaks from their caring responsibilities.
The policy describes:
- How short breaks (respite) will be offered
- The eligibility criteria, and
- The types of support available.
Share your views today
They’re asking carers to share their views on this important draft policy.
You can find the Policy itself and the feedback Questionnaire (both in various accessible versions) on their website.
Please note this consultation closes on Sunday 8th March.