Keith is responsible for planning, commissioning and providing social care services for adults and older people, and protecting vulnerable people from harm. A key priority is to support independence, and help people to live in their own homes wherever possible.
Areas of responsibility include:
- care for older people
- care for people with mental health problems
- care for people with learning disabilities
- care for people with physical disabilities
- working closely with partners in health, housing, the independent sector and voluntary organisations
- implementing Putting People First
- community safety
Other Council duties
- Association of Directors of Adult Social Services
- Chair of ADASS South East Regional Contracts and Commissioning Group
- Chair of the Older Peoples Partnership Board
- Chair of the Improving Life Chances Partnership Board
- Chair of the Joint Health and Social Care Executive Group
- Chair of the Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults Board
Contact
Phone: 01273 481288
Email: keith.hinkley@eastsussex.gov.uk
East Sussex County Council