JIP e-bulletin No 28 February 2012

The future of adult social care continues to hit the headlines with ongoing concerns about how to pay for services and how society will meet the needs of a rapidly growing aged population.

Added to the mix is the recent publication of the Health Select Committee report calling for greater integration of health and care services, and the adoption of recommendations made by the Dilnot Commission in the up and coming Health and Social Care Bill.

As the Bill makes its way through parliament, the JIP continues to act as a bridge between the NHS and local authorities.  We bring you updates on some of our projects supporting joined up services, and reports on initiatives and examples of good practice in local authorities. 

We are keen to hear about your developments and activities.  Please send your contributions for inclusion in future e-bulletins to Cathie Louis, email cathrinalouis@btinternet.com .