Have your say on the future of Wirral Adult Day Services
Wirral Council is asking for your views on the future of Adult Day Services. A public consultation is now open and runs for 12 weeks from Monday 16 February 2026. We are now halfway through the consultation, and your voice matters.
This consultation looks at how Adult Day Services could change in the future. These services support adults who need care, including many people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). If your child or young person may need support as an adult, this consultation is especially important for you.
Why this consultation matters to families with SEND
Adult Day Services help people live full and independent lives. They can support learning, wellbeing, friendships and daily skills.
The proposed redesign focuses on:
A rolling 4‑week programme, so people can join at different times and get support that fits their needs
Preparation for adulthood, including building skills for adult life
Support for carers, recognising the important role families play
If your child or young person is aged 14 or older, this is a key time to start planning for adulthood. Your feedback can help shape services they may use in the future.
What is changing
Wirral Council wants to redesign Adult Day Services so they:
better reflect what people want and need
support independence and wellbeing
offer flexible support that can change over time
A rolling 4‑week programme means activities and support repeat every four weeks. This helps people join when they are ready, rather than waiting for long start dates.
The redesign also looks at support for all aspects of being a carer. This includes recognising the pressures carers face and making sure services work well for families, not just individuals.
How parents, carers and young people can take part
Your lived experience is valuable. The council wants to hear from:
parents and carers of children and young people with SEND
young people who may use Adult Day Services in the future
families who already use day services
You can:
read the consultation documents
complete the online survey
attend engagement events to share your views in person or online
All feedback will help shape the final proposals that will be shared with Councillors.
Take part before the consultation closes
This is your chance to influence services that may support your family in the years ahead. Taking part now helps ensure Adult Day Services work for real people and real lives.
You can find full details and take part in the consultation at Have Your Say
Please share your views and encourage others to do the same. Your voice can help shape a better future for young people with SEND and their families.