Decision details

The Cabinet Member for Health and Wellbeing submitted a report regarding a proposal to refurbish Killelea House. Killelea House is Bury’s Intermediate Care Facility which provides rehabilitation for adults who are either discharged from hospital and need intensive rehabilitation or people who are at risk of being admitted to hospital.

The proposal to refurbish the facility is made on the basis of an invest-to-save model and has been structured to maximise the existing available assets in a more efficient way. This will address the increasing demand for social care services which help people to remain independent and promote self care.

Delegated decision:

1.   That approval be given to the refurbishment of the existing Killelea site and the co-location of the equipment store and Care Link Service.     

2.   That approval be given to undertake the consultation and involvement of stakeholders to finalise the design and specifications.

3.   That approval be given to the financial expenditure as detailed in the report submitted up to £2,108,700 (including fees). The method of funding to be determined by the Interim Executive Director of Resources and Regulation.

4.   That approval be given for the establishment of a project team to take the work on the project forward.

Reason for the decision:

There is a need to continue to develop services for the future which promotes maximum independence for the individual and supports people who care for them to continue in their caring role by providing valuable respite opportunities.

Other option considered and rejected:

1.   Reject the recommendations. The current layout is not conducive to promoting people’s health and well being and is hampering service outcomes.

2.   Rebuild a facility in a town centre location.