Invitation to Tender for the Provision of Care and Support in Extra Care Housing Schemes in Somerset

ECH is specialist housing for adults with health and social care needs. It is targeted mainly at older people, but is also used to meet the needs of younger adults with physical disabilities, learning disabilities or mental health problems. ECH is strongly promoted by the Department of Health, the National Housing Federation and other influential policy making bodies as a cost effective alternative to residential care. It can offer choice and continuing independence to people who might otherwise be admitted to a care home. The provision of care and support services in ECH in Somerset. includes: • Care and support for tenants living in ECH • A crisis and urgent response service • Delivering packages of assessed care • Maintaining a 24/7 on-site presence