ASC Policies and Plans​​

This page explains how Halton Borough Council plans, develops, and reviews Adult Social Care services. It includes annual reports showing how services are performing, along with strategies and plans that shape future support for local residents. The information helps residents and care providers understand how Adult Social Care is managed and how the Council works to improve services, support independence, and meet the changing needs of the community. 

• Annual Report for Adult Social Care (Local Account) – A yearly report that looks back on how Adult Social Care services have performed, highlighting achievements, areas for improvement, and the support provided to vulnerable adults and carers during the previous financial year.
• Easy Read Adult Social Care Annual Report – An accessible version of the annual report designed to make the information easier to understand.
• Market Sustainability Plan – Information about how the Council plans to support and sustain the local care market to ensure services remain available and effective.
• Adult Social Care Market Position Statement – Outlines the current and future needs for care and support services in Halton and helps providers understand local priorities.
• Adult Social Care Commissioning Strategy for Care and Support – Explains how care and support services are planned, purchased, and developed to meet local needs.
• Adult Social Care Prevention Strategy – Focuses on promoting wellbeing, preventing or delaying the need for intensive care services, and helping people remain independent for longer.
• Annual Principal Occupational Therapist Report – Highlights the key achievements of Occupational Therapy services during 2025/26 and outlines our priorities and focus areas for 2026/27.
• Annual Principal Social Worker Report – Celebrates successes from the last twelve months, captures key learning and outlines our vision and priorities for the future.