Issue - meetings

Report of the Deputy Chief Executive (Place)

The Cabinet considered a report of the Deputy Chief Executive (People), which set out proposals to cease weekend services at the Maymorn Day Centre.

One of the core requirements of the Care Act 2014 is the provision of care and support that meets eligible social care needs.  There are approximately 3,687 people living with dementia in Coventry and number are projected to increase by an estimated 35% by 2025 and 146% by 2050.

Maymorn Day Centre, situation in Everdon Road, Holbrooks is a City Council operated centre which provides day support to older people with dementia.  The service operates 25 places Monday to Friday and 10 places available on Saturday and Sunday.  Aside from the Christmas and New Year period, the service only closes on bank holidays.

Although operating at a high level of occupancy from Monday to Friday, the demand or weekend support had been low for a period of time.  On Saturday there was on average 3 places occupied, whereas on a Sunday the service as not opened for approximately 3 years due to now attendees.  Consultation with service users / families and staff had taken place regarding the proposal to cease providing a weekend service.  The rationale for no longer providing a weekend service was generally accepted, with one family currently expressing opposition to the proposal.

Coventry Alzheimer’s Society were also consulted as a leading local charity that supports people with dementia, their families and carers.  Their response confirmed that there was very little demand for weekend provision, indicating that the proposed weekend closure would have minimal impact on service users.

RESOLVED that, the Cabinet approve the ceasing of weekend provision at Maymorn Centre, Everdon Road, Holbrooks.