Purpose

The Welsh Government is
considering increasing the maximum charge for non-residential
services for Adults.
 
The maximum charge is currently
£100 per week and consultation is underway on three levels -
£115 £120, and £125.
 
This Cabinet report will set
out options for an increase in charges for non-residential care,
and the date that this increase could apply from, should the Welsh
Government decide to increase the maximum charge.

Content

RESOLVED: that
 

1.   
Subject to a decision by the Welsh Government to
increase the maximum amount for non-residential charges, the new
maximum amount be applied as soon as possible after the date of
that decision.
 

2.   
The Council’s Non-Residential Charging policy
be amended to:

-      
Clarify the intention that charges for
non-residential care should reflect the cost of that
care.

-      
Confirm that the Welsh Government’s maximum
amount should be applied, including any increases in future
years.