Award of Independent Advocacy Service for Parents and Carers in Worcestershire
Worcestershire County Council · Awarded contract
AwardedAward of Independent Advocacy Service for Parents and Carers in Worcestershire
Awarded 01 Jan 2024
Awarded01 Jan 2024
Value£260,000.00
SupplierOnside Independent Advocacy
RegionWest Midlands
CategoryPublic Services & Welfare
Expires in 2mo3y term, 95% elapsed
Awarded 1 Jan 2024Expires 31 Dec 2026
About
Worcestershire County Council awarded a contract to Onside Independent Advocacy for the provision of an Independent Advocacy Service to eligible parents and carers in Worcestershire.
The service supports parents and carers during social care involvement, including targeted family support, Child in Need plans, or care proceedings, by helping them understand processes and assessments.
The contract value is £260,000.
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