SDS is about gaining or maintaining your Independence.
There may be times in our lives that we need support from family, friends or carers to help us with everyday tasks. SDS helps you to get the support you need to allow you to stay in your own home, go out into the community and find you again.
Please click on the links below to find out more information on Self Directed Support. The Information has been broken down into several topics to make it easier to find the information you need. If anything is missing please let us know.
Employing Family MembersCan i ask for an Assessment?Fife Council's Social Care Eligibility Criteria
How does this all work?What should i think about before the Social Work visit?What are Outcomes?
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PAs role with administering medicationWhat support can i ask for?Learn more about the four options
What else can you do?Factsheets - downloadable information on SDS
What to do now
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How to be an Employer
SDS Sign Language Interpretation films
If you are a sign language user the Scottish Government with Deaf Action have interpreted the SDS guides and information into sign language films. You can view the films by clicking on the link below.
Self Directed Support: My Support, My Choice: Your Guide to Social Care
Self Directed Support: My Support, My Choice: Your Guide to Social Care