Self directed support is the new way of organising social care support. It is support that you decide and you control. Once you have a Personal Budget you are in charge of it. You choose what support you want and how to spend your budget. The 'Managing my money' page tells you about six different ways to look after your money.
Direct Payments are a way for you to get the support you want. Instead of us arranging care or support for you, you can have a cash payment and choose your own arrangements. It allows you to live more independently and have more choice and control over the way you live your life. You can get more information by going to the ‘Direct Payments’ page.
The Independent Living Fund is a government trust fund set up to help you live independently. It offers top up funding to help you live at home if you have high care needs. The Independent Living Fund will cover the costs of your personal care or home support. You can get more information by going to the ‘Independent Living Fund’ page.
This website also has links to information about receiving benefits on the ‘Benefits’ page.
You can also get information about charging and paying for services by going to the ‘Charging’ page.
