Circles Advocacy - Moray

Self-Directed Support Project - Moray

As part of Support in the Right Direction (SiRD) Scotland, our SDS Project raises awareness and understanding of Self-Directed Support which aims to give individuals greater choice and control over their care package. We support people relying on care services, their families, and carers to navigate the process across Moray by sharing information, advocating when necessary and supporting partners to share their views.

Whilst we’ve been established for some time, currently we’re focused on delivering Self Directed Support (SDS) which we offer to a range of community care groups and individuals facing challenges, due to a diagnosed and undiagnosed additional need or condition.

Our goal is to improve people’s quality of life so that they have equal flexibility and choices at home, work and in the wider community.
• People get the help they want, when and where they want it.
• People receive assistance at the appropriate time, before a crisis or emergency occurs.
• People are free to select the care that best meets their requirements.

We will support the person at every stage of the SDS process such as:

• Providing information to the person
• Communicating with social work departments
• Preparing the person for assessment
• Sitting with the person whilst going through the process
• Supporting the person through the process to employ a personal assistant including advertising
• Assisting the person construct their support plans
• Communicating with payroll providers
• Providing information about pension schemes
• Providing support to open dedicated bank accounts
• Working in partnership with organisations who offer training
• Dealing with complaints
• Informing individuals about various support organisations so they can make informed choices
• Encouraging participation in peer groups for the individuals considering self-directed support
• Assisting individuals to raise complaints and address important issues

Services Offered

Carers
Self-Directed Support