Decision Maker: Cabinet

Outcome: Recommendations Approved (subject to call-in)

Is Key Decision?: Yes

Is Callable In?: Yes

Date of Decision: March 10, 2026

Purpose: A refresh of the Adult Social Care Strategy – ‘the life you want to lead’ has been developed based on the priorities that were previously developed from what people told us was important to them. The refreshed strategy will:  ·       Reflect the voices of  people who draw on social care and their family and friend carers, as well as staff, providers and partners. ·       Set out the updated overarching strategic approach and priorities for Adults’ Services    ·       Act as a framework to plan how the County Council will invest its adult social care budget going forward.    The refresh has engaged residents, County Council staff, customers, carers, providers and other partners, to ensure their voices are at the heart of the future of adult social care in West Sussex.   Cabinet will be asked to endorse the refreshed strategy.

Content: Following consideration of the report the Cabinet resolved: To approve the Adult Social Care Strategy: Living Well and Being Independent. The call-in deadline is 19 March 2026.