Adult Social Care Contributions Policy Consultation
Changes to charges for some Adult Social Care Services
Oxfordshire County Council is asking for your views on proposed changes to charges for some statutory and non‑statutory Adult Social Care services. This is to ensure that our charges are equitable and we continue to fund critical social care services.
No decisions have been made yet. This is a consultation, and we want to hear what you think.
These proposed changes would apply to people who receive care at home.
What are we proposing?
We are considering the following changes:
- Disability Related Expenditure (DRE)
Changing the initial DRE allowance from 35% to 25%, which is the level that was in place before April 2022.
- Adult Social Care transport
Introducing a Transport Policy that explains how we arrange transport and charging a flat rate of £10 per day for transport arranged by us.
- Telecare services
Charging full cost of £9.87 per week for Telecare services which is an increase from £6 currently being charged in 2026/27.
If you have higher disability‑related costs, you can still ask for an individual DRE assessment, so that your actual costs are taken into account.
How might this affect you?
One, two, or all three of these proposals may affect you or none at all.
We would really like to understand how these changes might impact you and to hear your views.
Why are making these proposals?
Like many councils, Oxfordshire County Council is facing financial pressures. This means we have to review some of our services and look at ways to reduce costs.
If approved, the changes being proposed would save £500,000 this year and £1.2 million in future years. Making these savings will help the council continue to provide important services during a difficult financial time.
How to tell us what you think
Please read the consultation document which can be found on the homepage of the Let’s Talk Oxfordshire consultation page and then choose how you would like to give us your views in the way that suits you best.
We encourage people to respond online where possible, as it is quicker and easier both for you and for us. The QR code at the bottom of this email will enable you to access the consultation page or you can use this link: https://letstalk.oxfordshire.gov.uk/asc-contributions-policy-consultation
Please submit your completed survey by 21 June 2026 when the consultation closes
You can also attend one of two online information sharing events on:
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Tuesday 26 May 2026, 3 pm - 4.30 pm
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Wednesday 3 June, 7 pm - 8.30 pm
The proposals will be explained and there is an opportunity to put forward questions and ask points for clarification.
To book your place go to: https://letstalk.oxfordshire.gov.uk/asc-contributions-policy-event-booking-form
