We own and operate seven-day centres, three of which are for adults with disabilities, and the rest for older people. It is now consulting on the future of Townsend Day Centre for adults with disabilities.

The consultation focuses on proposals to relocate Townsend Day Centre to a community space at the new Houghton Regis Community and Leisure Centre, which is currently being built, and due for completion in Winter 2024.

Councillor Mark Smith, Executive Member for Executive Member for Adult Social Care, said:

We have extensively reviewed our current day offer, and believe we can offer better opportunities for adults with disabilities at Townsend Day Centre. We want to make sure our Day Centres are comfortable and offer the best opportunities for social interaction, as well as offering respite and peace of mind for carers. The option to relocate would see improved facilities for adults with disabilities in a more community-based environment with increased opportunities to access leisure facilities, the on-site café, swimming pool, gym, and outside spaces.

During the consultation period people who use the service, and their relatives will be given the opportunity to meet with the team and supported to have their say, if they wish to take part.

We have produced a consultation document which outlines why it is consulting, and the proposed options for Townsend Day Centre. 

The consultation will run from Monday 8 January 2024 to Wednesday 3 April 2024.