Developing more strategic partnerships between adult social care and housing – DRAFT

Project Background

This Demonstrator project, hosted by In Control, aims to improve strategic relationships between adult social care and housing for people with complex needs. For many years, the links between these sectors have involved making the best use of new and existing housing and the creation of specialist new build accommodation.

We are keen to explore in depth the questions about how we reach decisions about “what good looks like” to the person as well as changing the nature of discussions to focus on what questions we ask and how we plan together in the most productive and effective way.

We want to work with all stakeholders to create flexible, well-informed housing options to improve understanding of the complexities, reduce misunderstandings and support effective human rights and person-led decisions on a strategic and personal level.

IMPACT Factfile

  • Year: 2026 – 2027
  • Delivery Model: Demonstrator
  • Four Nations: Scotland
  • Themes:
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  • Resources:
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Meet Our Demonstrators: Marina Maciver, Natalie Patterson and Sophie Coles

Marina Maciver

I am an advanced nurse practitioner with a background in Primary Care. I joined IMPACT following completion of my PhD at the University of Aberdeen.

IMPACT offered a unique opportunity to combine clinical experience, evidence-based practice and co-production to improve outcomes for people who use Scotland’s health and social care services.
    Natalie Patterson

    Natalie Patterson

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      Sophie Coles

      Sophie Coles is a Senior Strategic Improvement Coach with In Control Scotland, bringing over 20 years’ experience across adult social care, local government and consultancy. Her work focuses on bringing people and organisations together around complex system challenges, with particular interests in social care, housing, place, partnership working and public service reform.