Award of Supported Living Care Services at Retford Road, Kirkby
Knowsley Council · Awarded contract
AwardedAward of Supported Living Care Services at Retford Road, Kirkby
Awarded 07 May 2018
Awarded07 May 2018
Value£1,500,000.00
SupplierAlternative Futures Group
AgencyKnowsley Council
RegionNorth West
CategoryPublic Services & Welfare
Ended 4y 6mo ago4y term
Awarded 7 May 2018Expired 6 May 2022
About
Knowsley Council awarded a contract to Alternative Futures Group for the provision of care and support services at the Retford Road Supported Living Scheme in Kirkby.
The service supports residents across four bungalows—three long-term homes and one emergency accommodation unit—to maintain their homes, promote independence, develop life skills, and enhance social inclusion.
The provider delivers 24-hour waking support for one or two residents and 24-hour staff presence for others, enabling service users to achieve maximum choice and control.
The contract value is £1,500,000.
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