Decision details

To consider proposals for the charging policy as part of the implementation of the Care Act 2014.

(a)  That Slough’s policy on charging for care in care homes would continue unchanged.

(b)  That Slough would continue not to charge for carers’ support, though this would be reviewed by autumn 2016 when a considered view could be taken following implementation of the revised Carers’ Strategy during 2015.

(c)  That Slough would review the option to charge self-funders who ask it to arrange their non-residential care by autumn 2015 following changes to social care processes and pathways.

(d)  That Slough adopt the policies on Deferred Payment Agreements and Top-ups in Care Homes (Appendices A and B).