Issue - meetings

As detailed in the recommendation.

Councillor Jones introduced the Adaptations to Foster Carers Homes Policy report which explained that Flintshire Social Services recognised that in some circumstances the home environment of foster carers could limit the placement opportunities.  This was particularly the case for supporting sibling groups or children with disabilities.

                        It was proposed to introduce the ‘Adaptations to Foster Carer Homes Policy’ to give Flintshire, and the children it was responsible for, more choice and options for placements which could offer better value for money for the authority.

                        The Chief Officer (Social Services) explained that the policy sought to introduce a grant scheme, which offered foster carers financial support to make adaptations to their existing home, or financial assistance towards the purchase of a new larger or more suitable property, up to the value of £36,000 for adaptations, or £20,000 for the relocation to a new property.

                        Councillor Roberts thanked the Cabinet Member and officers for the report which would provide invaluable assistance to foster carers who provided loving homes and life changing care for children.

RESOLVED:

            That the Adaptions to Foster Carers Homes Policy be supported.