Wigan Council · Awarded contract

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Hospital Discharge Rapid Response Service by Cherish UK for Wigan Council

Awarded 24 Sep 2023

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Awarded24 Sep 2023

Value£665,496.00

SupplierCherish UK

AgencyWigan Council

RegionUnited Kingdom

CategoryHealth & Medical

Ended 1mo ago3y term

Awarded 24 Sept 2023Expired 23 Sept 2026

About

Wigan Council awarded a contract to Cherish UK for the Hospital Discharge Rapid Response Service, supporting safe and timely discharge of individuals from hospital who require support or assessment in the community.

The service acts as a short-term intervention to help people return home, ensuring safe discharge and establishing next steps.

It includes two team leaders available seven days a week, working alternate weekends, to provide timely community assessments, review support plans, contribute to multidisciplinary team discussions, and facilitate discharges.

The service operates 365 days a year from 6am to 11pm, collaborating with Ethical Home Care agencies, Reablement, partner agencies, and family members to enable smooth transitions.

The contract value is £665,496.

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