Decision details

Cabinet received a report of the Director of Adults’ Health and Care on the activities undertaken to maintain system resilience in the discharge of Hampshire residents from hospital settings.  In introduction, the Director reported that the service had maintained high, positive performance, despite demand continuing to increase whilst financial resources decreased.  The service continued to improve efficiency and optimise the service to ensure suitable outcomes for residents and their families. 

At the invitation of the Chairman, Councillor Jackie Porter addressed Cabinet and welcomed the report, acknowledging the impact of the NHS changes on the service.

Cabinet heard that pressures normally seen during the winter months were now year round, with holiday periods such as August bank holiday weekend being particularly challenging.  It was heard that a higher percentage of residents leaving hospital required ongoing support, with higher numbers of older, frailer people needing higher levels of support from the County Council. 

The recommendations in the report were considered and agreed. A decision record is attached to these minutes.