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🌟 Positive News: Funding Boosts for Care at Home in Solihull

Care at home in Solihull is receiving some much-needed attention and investment, with several recent initiatives helping to strengthen community-based support. Whether you're a family member looking for reliable home care services or a professional supporting someone in need, there's real progress to celebrate in the borough. Here's a roundup of positive developments — including key contributions from Solihull Home Care and its partners.

🏡 Better Care Fund: Backing for Local Support

Solihull’s Better Care Fund for 2025–26 is transforming how local services deliver care at home in Solihull. New investments are supporting:

• A Neighbourhood Health Service model based at Solihull Hospital.

• The Early Response Service (ERS), helping 90% of clients avoid hospital admission.

• Therapy and falls prevention teams to support independent living.

These changes mean better, faster responses for residents who need care at home.

💼 Solihull Home Care: Supporting the Workforce

Solihull Home Care plays a key role in sustaining a high-quality workforce. In partnership with the Care Workers’ Charity, eligible carers can access:

• Up to £1,000 in emergency support grants.

• £500 in new starter financial aid.

• Help with housing, travel, and urgent expenses.

This fund ensures local carers can stay supported and stable — a win for families and professionals alike.

🧓 Household Support for Older Adults

Working with Age UK Solihull, the council’s Household Support Fund now offers financial assistance to more pensioners through:

• Fuel vouchers and emergency heating help.

• Essential home items.

• Debt relief for older adults living independently.

This initiative strengthens care at home in Solihull by helping seniors stay safe, warm, and independent.

🛠️ Home Adaptations: National and Local Impact

The UK government has added £86 million to the Disabled Facilities Grant, helping residents with:

• Stairlifts, walk-in showers, and accessible entrances.

• Adaptations that reduce fall risks.

• Improved independence for elderly or disabled individuals.

Solihull Home Care has seen how even small home changes can make a big difference in everyday quality of life.

💡 Fairer Futures Fund: Local Innovation

The Fairer Futures Fund, with £22 million allocated to Solihull and Birmingham, is boosting:

• Community-led health and wellbeing projects.

• Innovation in home-based support services.

• Long-term outcomes for residents across the region.

It’s a strong vote of confidence in the future of care at home in Solihull.

📞 Interested in Support?

At Solihull Home Care, we’re committed to providing compassionate, professional care in the comfort of your home. Contact us today to learn how we can help your family or loved one thrive.