The framework for children and young people’s Continuing Care, along with recent legislation, has created a new integrated approach to the provision of services for children with SEND.
There have been many difficulties for families where their child’s needs encompass health and social care. This case study shows how West Sussex County Council have addressed some of these issues in their area successfully by working with the West Sussex Parent Carer Forum in the decision making process. These results of these changes is that the majority of families have made a good transition to the new arrangements and have made a truly significant difference to the lives of children and families.