Commissioned Domiciliary Care Service
I am writing to request information under the Freedom of Information Act 2000 regarding domiciliary care services commissioned by ……. for the upcoming financial year (from April 1st, 2025, onwards). Requested Information: 1. Commissioned Domiciliary Care Rates: o The standard hourly rate paid to providers for commissioned domiciliary care services (home care) from April 1st, 2025. o Any variations in rates based on complexity of care (e.g., standard vs. specialist care). 2. Non-Commissioned / Private Market Data: o If available, what is the estimated average hourly rate for non-commissioned domiciliary care within your local authority area? o Any relevant data on how private market rates compare to commissioned care rates. 3. Inclusion of Travel Costs: o Does your council pay separately for travel time and mileage for commissioned domiciliary care, or is this built into the hourly rate? 4. Total Budget and Hours Commissioned: o The total annual budget allocated to domiciliary care services in your council for 2025/26. o The approximate number of domiciliary care hours commissioned per year.