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Direct Payment Support
A Direct Payment is a payment that can be made to people who are eligible to receive community care services from Social Services and who would prefer to arrange their own services. Direct Payments make it possible for you to buy the services that you have been assessed as needing, in a way that gives you greater choice and control. Direct Payments also allow for another suitable person to act on your behalf if needed.
You can decide how your needs will be met, by whom, and at a time that suits you. Direct Payments can only be spent on services to meet the needs described in your assessment and detailed in your care plan.
You can use your Direct Payments to buy community care services such as:
- Help with personal care, such as washing, dressing, and eating meals - Practical help and support with activities - Respite care
Support Terms and Conditions
You cannot use Direct Payments for health or housing services. You may be asked to pay part of the cost towards your care. This depends on the type of care or service you are assessed as needing, and may also depend on how much income and savings you have.
If you have to pay something, this amount will be the same whether the services are arranged for you by Social Care or whether you choose Direct Payments. You are entitled to a financial assessment, the results of which will determine how much you will be asked to contribute. Private clients can use Direct Payments for home care support. We are an approved Swansea City Council micro-enterprise supporting individuals, and we will support you through the process and paperwork.