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Deafblind people and families' experiences of direct payments
— Deafblind Direct consultation report | | Corporate Author | Sense |
| Publisher | Sense, London, February 2008 |
| Pages | 41 pp |
| Source | Sense, 11-13 Clifton Terrace, Finsbury Park, London N4 3SR. http://www.sense.org.uk |
| Keywords | Deaf-blind ; Family care ; Services ; Social security benefits ; Social surveys. |
| Annotation | This report presents research into the experiences of deafblind people and families in relation to direct payments. The research was carried out as part of Deafblind Direct, Sense's direct payments project. A consultation with deafblind people and families was carried out from June to November 2007. Detailed information was gathered from those using direct payments or thinking about using them. The research covered particular aspects of direct payments, including some of the key factors that help or hinder the uptake of direct payments with this population group. Respondents had varying experiences of direct payments, making it clear that while some thought they benefited from receiving them, there are a range of challenges to face in using them. The research highlighted cases where it seems that the Department of Health (DH) statutory guidance documents on direct payments (2003) and the Deafblind Guidance (2001) are not being implemented correctly. The research also looked into other relevant initiatives, including Self-directed care initiatives and the Independent Living Fund (ILF). Respondents suggested a range of actions, and the report brings together recommended actions for Sense, other organisations and local and national government. (KJ/RH). |
| Accession Number | CPA-080623203 E |
| Classmark | BYD: P6:SJ: I: JH: 3F |
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