reablement services
Wandsworth Council is set to fully commission its reablement services, while Newham Council focuses on preventative care through integrated health initiatives.
Wandsworth Council is set to fully commission its reablement services, which help residents regain independence after illness or hospital stays. This decision, discussed by the Health Overview and Scrutiny Committee in September 2026, aims to transition from a mixed in-house and commissioned model to a single, commissioned service. The council anticipates this will save £1.15 million annually, contributing to financial sustainability.
In Newham, the Health and Wellbeing Board reviewed plans for the Better Care Fund 2026-27 in June 2026, which allocates £234.8 million to integrate adult health and social care. This fund supports preventative care and aims to shift services from hospitals to homes. Newham Council is also implementing a neighbourhood health approach to tackle health inequalities, focusing on prevention.
Key facts
- Wandsworth Council is set to fully commission its reablement services. Source
- Wandsworth Council anticipates saving £1.15 million annually by fully commissioning reablement services. Source
- Wandsworth's Health Overview and Scrutiny Committee discussed the commissioning decision in September 2026. Source
- Newham's Health and Wellbeing Board reviewed Better Care Fund 2026-27 plans in June 2026. Source
- The Better Care Fund 2026-27 is set to receive £234.8 million for Newham's integrated care. Source
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