Direct Payments

Direct Payments can help you live a more independent and fulfilling life. People use their payments for:

• help with daily activities like cleaning, shopping, or cooking
• support to get out and about, meet friends, or attend appointments
• personal care such as washing, dressing, and other day-to-day needs
• activities to improve your wellbeing, like swimming, fitness classes, or learning new skills
• equipment and tools to make life easier, such as assistive technology or mobility aids

You can get Direct Payments if you:

• have been assessed by the council as needing support under the Care Act 2014 (including a Financial Assessment)
• are willing to take responsibility for managing the money
• have the ability (or a trusted person to help you) to arrange your care

We will work with you to:

• understand your care needs through a conversation or assessment. More information can be found on our How to get support page.
• Check what money you might need to contribute (a Financial Assessment will decide this). More information can be found on our Financial assessment calculator page. 

Carers

If you’re a carer, you can also get Direct Payments to support you in your caring role. This follows a Carer’s Assessment. See our Having a care assessment page for more information.