Direct payments
A direct payment is money you can get to pay for your care and support needs that have been agreed in your support plan.
A Financial Assessment will be completed by the Financial Assessment Team (FACT).
Direct Payments are paid into your bank account. You will need to have an account just for Direct Payments, so it doesn’t get mixed up with any other money.
Your Social Care Worker will talk through the different types of accounts to help you decide the best one for you and will include the person who supports you to manage your money if that is required.
Knowsley Disability Concern (KDC) can help you find a personal assistant and give you more information about what this is. KDC can also support with any issues you may have with direct payments.
For more information on Direct Payments, you can call 0151 480 4090 or visit the Knowsley Disability Concern website.