Home and Settle Service
Newham Council has approved the continuation and new funding arrangements for the Home and Settle Service.
Newham Council's Officer Key Decision meeting in June 2026 approved a new five-year contract for the Home and Settle Service, to be delivered by Age UK East London. This decision followed Age UK East London indicating they could no longer deliver the service within the existing budget, with the new contract valued at an estimated £600,000.
The council also approved a shift in funding for the service, moving it from the Better Care Fund to the Public Health Grant from April 2026. A report to the Officer Key Decision meeting said this change in funding source is not expected to alter the overall budget or the scope of the service.
The Home and Settle Service supports residents aged 18 and over with low to moderate social care needs, assisting them in settling back into their homes after hospital discharge. Age UK East London has provided this practical assistance since 2014.
Key facts
- Newham Council approved a new five-year contract for the Home and Settle Service in June 2026. Source 1 Source 2 Source 3
- The new five-year contract for the Home and Settle Service is valued at an estimated £600,000. Source 1 Source 2 Source 3
- Funding for the Home and Settle Service shifted to the Public Health Grant from April 1, 2026. Source
- Age UK East London has provided the Home and Settle Service since 2014. Source 1 Source 2 Source 3
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