I look after someone who uses social care services
Self directed support is for adults aged 18 and over who need social care and support services.
It is the process by which the individual has choice and control over the support they need to live their life as independently as possible.
Self directed support puts self-determination and dignity in care at the centre of all decisions made about someone's care arrangements. It also aims to develop better and more links with the person's local community.
The role of the carer in self directed support remains crucial. As a carer, you might find yourself helping the person you care for plan their own support, because you know what their preferences are. If you are called upon to help with the support plan, you may find the help of a support broker invaluable. It means you can focus on the needs and wishes of the person you care for, while the support broker provides practical help identifying suitable ways of meeting needs and fulfilling wishes.
The pages in this section are written with carers in mind, and hopefully provide answers to questions you may have. You may also find the other sections on this website helpful, including those aimed at people who use social care services.
