Who can get Direct Payments?

You can get Direct Payments if:

• You are over 16.
  
  
• You are assessed by a Social Worker or Care Manager as needing personal social services.
  
  
• You are willing and able to manage Direct Payments (with as much help as necessary).
  
  
• You need help with daily living tasks.

You can use Direct Payments to arrange your own support at home, as well as daytime activities and respite.

Direct Payments are available to disabled people with any impairment, including learning disability, mental health service users etc.