How we support with Direct Payments

Our specialist team can:

Explain how Direct Payment works and your responsibilities
Support you to receive and manage your DP funding
Visit you at home or talk via our support line for any queries
Support you to recruit and manage a Personal Assistant (PA) or find an agency
Help you to budget your Direct Payment and keep records
Provide training on how to become a better employer / employee
Ensure safety checks are carried out on anyone you employ

Please contact us to see if we are able to support you – this will depend on your local council. For more information, or to start receiving our support, call the Direct Payments Support Service on (01443) 827930 or e-mail: [email protected]

Latest

MPM1654 B Personal Assistant

I am an energetic boy of nearly 9 years living in the Rhondda area. I currently have a diagnosis of ADHD, and also exhibit traits of autism however I am waiting for this to be formally assessed you will be supported by my mum who will join us on outings. My mum will have her PA with her. Although my behaviour can be challenging you will have the support of two other adults when we are out. 3 Hours a week term time, 5 during school holidays £11.60 PH please read full description before applying.
VOG894 Personal Assistant

Personal Assistant needed to support a 75 year old lady with Dementia living in Dinas Powys with her husband. PA to assist at the home, keeping her company at home when husband is away, ensuring safety. The Service User is quite active. 15 hours per week. £14.00 per hour. PA to have some experience and knowledge around Dementia. Immediate interview if suitable. Please read full job description before applying.
MVOG319 Personal Assistant

Personal Assistant required to support a lady in her early 80's in Llantwit Major with arthritis in her spine. PA to support in home and with shopping, some personal care. 8 hours or more per week or 12 hours per week. Hours to be worked in blocks shifts over 2-3 days. You will only be required to work 1-2 weekends a month. £12.80 per hour. A car driver is essential. PA to be a dog lover. Experience of providing personal care will be desirable. Please read full job description before applying.
VOG734 Personal Assistant

Personal Assistant to support a 69 year old gentleman living in the Penarth area, with a diagnosis of Dementia. Support in the home with prompting, personal care, meal preparation with daily walks to maintain his mobility. £13.00 per hour. PA to be caring & patient. Please read full Job Description for breakdown of hours and before applying. You can contact his brother John directly on 07836 379908.

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