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Telford & Wrekin Council

LGO (Local Government & Social Care Ombudsman) Upheld Reference 25-001-925 Sector Adult Care Services Category Direct Payments Decided 01 June 2026

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Summary

The Council’s calculation of Mrs X’s contribution towards her care package was incorrect which led it to wrongly tell her she had a debt to pay, the Council failed to carry out a carer assessment for Mrs X’s husband and sent Mrs X communications which were not in accordance with her reasonable adjustments. That caused Mrs X distress, led to her feeling unable to reinstate her care package and left her with uncertainty. An apology, payment to Mrs X, completion of a care review to include a carers assessment, a breakdown of the Council’s calculations for the amount Mrs X overpaid and guidance to

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