Self-directed support after brain injury
Introduction
This section is intended for anyone who is currently receiving help from social services, or who may require social support in the future. It explains how self-directed support, the new system that is being introduced for providing social care, operates and how you can make sure you get the support and help you need.
Local authorities are in the process of changing how they offer support to adults. In the past, if you were assessed as needing help, local authorities would offer you a programme of services, but under the self-directed support scheme, you will be offered money to choose and fund your own services. This is called a 'personal budget'. This section explains how it will operate.
It is important to note that brain injury can cause people to lack self-awareness and understanding of their own needs. For this reason it is important that help is sought from others when applying for self-directed support. Friends and family can help and so can many of Headway's Groups and Branches. Details of how to contact these and other sources of support are included on the 'Further help with self-directed support' page.
Find out more about self directed support
This section is split into different parts, which explain different aspects of the scheme.
- Find out what self-directed support is, and how you can self-direct your care and support after brain injury
- Find out how to start your application, how the self-assessment process works and how much money you need
- Find out the things you need to consider when making your support plan
- Options for managing your money, getting support and disagreeing with decisions
- Sources of support when applying for self-directed support
You can view all of this information in our PDF factsheet, 'self-directed support', using the link below.