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The Prime Minister launched the transforming community equipment and wheelchair services programme (TCEWS) in June 2006.
The programme's remit was to work collaboratively with stakeholders to develop a radical new model for delivery of community equipment and wheelchair services in England, which has the interests of users and carers at its heart. The programme was to look at how to make best use of the strengths of the third and private sector, be supported by an outline business case, and an indication of market appetite for change.
Following the review and consultation period, the Department of Health developed a model which puts community equipment users at the heart of services.
It refocuses professionally trained staff toward re-abling in order to increase their productivity, allow extra focus to be placed on individuals with complex needs, and release resources for front line services.
The model is not mandatory but it effectively demonstrates a way to deliver a personalised service, for both self funders and those supported by the state.
It supports the prevention and the personalisation agenda for the whole population, encouraging independence, and also enabling the public to anticipate and plan for the future needs of family and friends.
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