Self-directed support (Adult Social Care factsheet FS12)

These factsheets tell you about self-directed support.

With self-directed support, you can plan how you want your social-care needs met, and have more choice and control over the support you receive.

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FS12 - Self-directed support - seven easy stages (84k) Self-directed support is the way that the Council now delivers social-care and support for adults. This fact sheet gives an overview of the process of self-directed support and how it can help you. (3 pages)
SDS Stage 1 - getting in touch (81k) This factsheet gives more detailed information about what happens when you contact us. (2 pages)
SDS Stage 2 - Finding out more about you (67k) This factsheet explains what happens during the assessment process. (2 pages)
SDS Stage 3 - Estimating your personal budget (81k) This factsheet explains what a personal budget is and how you can use it. (2 pages)
SDS Stage 4 - Planning your support (106k) This factsheet tells you things to consider when completing your support plan. (6 pages)
SDS Stage 5 - Agreeing your support plan (84k) This factsheet explains how to get your support plan agreed and what happens next. (2 pages)
SDS Stage 6 - Setting up your support (75k) This factsheet sets out the options available to you. (1 page)
SDS Stage 7 - Checking how things are going (92k) This factsheet explains the review process. (4 pages)