The Care Act – transition planning

The Local Government and Social Care Ombudsman has recently found a local authority at fault for the delay in providing support to a young man whose EHC plan was ending. The Ombudsman stated: ‘...it took approximately eight months from the April referral to the implementation of the increased direct payment in December. During that period, the Council delayed completing the review, finalising the support plan, agreeing funding, and arranging the increased support. This was fault.’

The Ombudsman found: ‘The delay caused a significant injustice. Mr X did not receive the level of support that was ultimately assessed as necessary and instead relied on additional help from his family.’

The Ombudsman directed the local authority to apologise and pay the man £1,100.

Download the report: https://www.lgo.org.uk/decisions/adult-care-services/assessment-and-care-plan/25-015-876

Edge deliver a wide range of courses on the Care Act for adult social care staff. In addition, we offer free training for families and carers on the Care Act. Details from: https://www.edgetraining.org.uk/