
Designated settings for people discharged to a care home - guidance issued
Guidance has been published for local authorities, clinical commissioning groups, care providers and people who use services.
The new guidance which was issued on 16 December 2020 sets out:
- advice on setting up designated settings, and information for local authorities and providers
- information on discharge arrangements, and supporting individuals to ensure that their care needs and preferences are accounted for
- additional advice on data collection, funding, visiting, and infection prevention and control (IPC) requirements
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/designated-settings-for-people-discharged-to-a-care-home