Open Framework for Supported Living, Community Outreach and Day Opportunity Services

The Providers on this framework will provide high quality, and safe care and support that promotes independence, choice, dignity, control and quality of life for all Individuals. These services will provide modernised care and support services that deliver value for money. The framework will include the following Lots: Lot 1 - Supported Living - Low Level Needs Lot 2 - Supported Living - Moderate and High Needs Lot 3 - Supported Living - Complex Needs Lot 4 - Community Outreach Support Lot 5 - Day Opportunities Lot 6 - Innovation - Bidders will automatically be granted a place on this lot if they successfully apply to any other lot The services commissioned through the Lots will be capable of supporting people with a broad range of needs including: Individuals with a learning disability and/or autism, including those who may display behaviours that challenge, Individuals with mental health support needs, Individuals with associated physical disabilities and/or sensory impairments. Low-Level Supported Living is for people who are largely independent but require limited hours of daytime support to maintain their tenancy, wellbeing, and community involvement. Individuals can manage safely overnight without staff on-site. Support typically includes: Support with daily living skills, budgeting, appointments, community access, wellbeing, and tenancy responsibilities. Medication prompts where required. No 24-hour staffing, although on-call support may be available. Typical People Supported and Key Characteristics Adults with mild learning disabilities. Autistic adults able to live largely independently with planned support. People with mental health needs. Young adults developing independent living skills. Low levels of support to sustain community living. Planned, non-continuous support with no overnight staffing. Focus on independence, resilience, and community inclusion. Moderate and High Needs Supported Living is for people who require regular daily support, with staff available on-site or through on-call arrangements. Overnight and planned 1:1 support (or more) may be required based on assessed needs. Typical People Supported and Key Characteristics Adults with learning disabilities requiring regular daily support. Autistic adults who benefit from structured support and routine. Individuals with physical disabilities, communication needs, or additional health needs. People with mental health, emotional wellbeing, behavioural, or Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) needs. Adults transitioning from residential care, family homes, or specialist education settings. Individuals requiring support to manage risks, maintain tenancies, and prevent placement breakdown. Regular daily support with access to staff throughout the day and, where required, overnight. Planned periods of 1:1 support (or more) may be needed to achieve outcomes and manage risks. Delivered in shared or individual supported living settings. Focus on promoting independence while providing ongoing support, oversight, and positive risk management. Complex Needs Supported Living is for people with the most complex and intensive support needs. Individuals who require: Specialist, highly responsive support available 24 hours a day, including dedicated overnight support, Support to manage significant risks, complex behaviours, mental health needs, and other factors that could impact their safety, stability, or tenancy. Placement within Lot 3 will be the exception rather than the norm and will only be used where the Council determines that an individual's needs cannot reasonably be met through Lots 1 or 2. The Council will determine the appropriate lot for Lot 3 (and all referrals), and this decision will be final. Individuals within this lot will be reviewed regularly to ensure their support continues to meet their changing needs. As individuals develop greater stability, confidence and independence, consideration may be given to reducing support levels where appropriate, including situations where 24-hour support is no longer require Community Outreach Support Services will provide flexible, person-centered, strength-based support to adults across Cheshire East, enabling them to live fulfilling lives as active and valued members of their local communities. The services will focus on supporting individuals to maintain and develop their independence, improve their health and wellbeing, build resilience, and achieve the outcomes that are important to them. It will support the strategic objectives of Adult Social Care by enabling residents to remain independent within their communities for as long as possible, preventing, reducing, or delaying the need for higher levels of statutory support. Providers are required to support individuals to: Access community groups and activities Participate in social and recreational opportunities Develop friendships and informal support networks Engage in volunteering opportunities