Adult Social Care Market Position Statement (MPS)

About the MPS

The Market Position Statement (MPS) provides an overview of adult social care in Wokingham Borough to support care providers in understanding current demand, future need, and commissioning priorities.

It is designed to help you:

• Understand local demand and service gaps
• Plan and develop services that meet future needs
• Identify business and partnership opportunities
• Align with the council’s commissioning intentions

Our aim is to support a sustainable, diverse and high-quality local care market.

What this means for providers

The MPS sets out key information to help you make informed decisions, including:

• Current demand and trends in adult social care
• Anticipated changes in population needs
• Priority areas for service development
• Opportunities for new and existing providers
• How the council intends to commission and shape the market

Read the Adult Social Care Market Position Statement to explore current opportunities and future priorities.

Who should read this

This document is particularly relevant for:

• Existing care providers looking to expand or adapt services
• New providers considering entering the Wokingham market
• Voluntary and community sector organisations delivering care and support
• Health and social care partners working collaboratively

Working with us

We are committed to working in partnership with providers to develop a responsive and sustainable care market that meets the needs of local residents.

If you would like to discuss opportunities or find out more about commissioning:
AdultSocialCareContracts@wokingham.gov.uk