Lancaster City Council is asking for people’s help to respond to proposals that could see the closure of Vale View day centre.
As part of its Adult Social Care Review, Lancashire County Council is looking at the future of its adult social care services, including five residential care homes and five day centres.
One of these, Vale View, is in Lancaster and the city council has been asked to submit a response to the consultation. But before doing so it wants to hear from local people about the impact the closure would have on the community.
The Council Business Committee will consider its response at its meeting on Thursday November 27 at Morecambe Town Hall, starting at 6pm.
Residents can send their views for its consideration by emailing democracy@lancaster.gov.uk.
Alternatively, to submit a direct response to the consultation, visit www.lancashire.gov.uk/haveyoursay.
The consultation responses will be considered by Lancashire County Council before recommendations are presented in February 2026.
Hundreds of people have signed a petition to save Vale View from closure.
Lancashire County Council said the sites have been identified for detailed scrutiny due to concerns around their condition, safety, and long-term viability.
But campaigners, including the Lancaster MP Cat Smith, says View Day Centre has been a lifeline for many older residents, offering daily activities, days out, and a vital source of friendship and support.
Helen Coombes, executive director of Adult Services at Lancashire County Council, said: "The council has made clear that it is committed to providing excellent care to the residents of Lancashire.
"We understand that change can be difficult, but if the review goes ahead every step will be handled with compassion, respect, and support for residents and their families.
"We want to consider changes to how care is provided to ensure we’re providing the best possible outcomes for our residents.
"We also understand that this will be an unsettling time for some of our staff. We deeply value the dedication and compassion they bring to their work, and we will be committed to supporting them through this process."
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