Local Authority Social Services Letter (December 2007)

Published by the Department of Health, December 2007

The Local Authority circular LASSL(DH)(2007)2 accompanying the Social Care Reform Grant highlights a number of specific revenue and capital programme that the DH will be taking forward to enhance independent living opportunities for older people. This includes a further £80m grant programme for extra care housing over the next 2 years, approx £40m per annum. Further details of the bidding arrangements are expected in early 2008.