First Steps to Direct Payments – Thinking about having more choice and control over your support?
This is an online Zoom workshop on Wednesday 7th October, 6pm to 7.30pm.
You can scan the QR code on the promotional poster below to reserve a place or book via EventBrite.
Here’s the promotional poster – there’s also a text version below the poster.
Online Zoom workshop
Direct Payments can be a really useful way of taking greater control over how your support is arranged and who provides it, but getting started can sometimes feel a bit complicated. This session is a friendly introduction to Direct Payments, designed to help you understand what they are, who can have one, how they work and what your first steps might be.
We’ll explore:
- What a Direct Payment is and what it isn’t
- Who can access Direct Payments
- How Direct Payments can give you greater choice, control and flexibility
- What you can use a Direct Payment for
- Your responsibilities when managing a Direct Payment
- Common worries, questions and myths about Direct Payments
You’ll leave with a clearer picture of Direct Payments, some practical next steps, and ideas about where you can get further help and independent advice.
For more information, and the Zoom link please contact:
katie@visitsunlimited.org.uk or 07908 624549
All welcome!

