Working with people using services, cares and local citizens

Case Studies

• Personal Experiences of Putting People First: East Midlands
  This case study shows how Personal Budgets helped Sandra gain independence, and take charge of her life again. The case study also shares stories and tips from Sandra's Social Worker and PA. Sandra's...
• Personal Experiences of Putting People First: East of England
  Raymond, his Care Co-ordinator and one of his Care providers talk about how Raymond is using his Personal Budget to improve his mobility and provide respite for his main carer. Raymond's story I...
• Personal Experiences of Putting People First: Geoffrey's story
  This story is an example of how PPF principles can be applied to someone whose care is paid for by NHS Continuing Health Care (CHC) Geoffrey's story This story is an example of how Putting People...
• Personal Experiences of Putting People First: West Midlands
  Paula's epileptic seizures were preventing her living the life she wanted. This case study looks at how personalisation can allow important changes in people's lives to happen. Paula's story I have...
• Personal Experiences of Putting People First: West Midlands Kevin's story
  Kevin, who has learning difficulties and his Care Co-Ordinator, Dawn share their experiences of PPF. Kevin likes his personal budget as it has given him the freedom to live in his own flat. Kevin's...
• Personal Experiences of Putting People First: Yorkshire & Humberside
  This case study shares Sharon's story of Personal Budgets providing flexibility. It also hears from her Support Co-Ordinator about how people are supported through the process. Sharon's story I...
• Personal Experiences of Putting People First: London
  Rob has a history of schizophrenia. This case study shares how he uses personalisation money to develop social skills. We also hear from Ahmed, who talks about Rob's supported accomodation. Rob's story...

Links

• Adfam
  Leading national organisation working with and for families affected by drugs and alcohol. The website includes a directory of local support services for families.
• Age Concern policy paper on grandparents
  This paper sets out Age Concern's position on the role of grandparents and their contribution to society.
• Association for Real Change (ARC) website
  ARC - is a membership organisation, which supports providers of services to people with a learning disability to promote real change.