Budget
The professional person working with the child or young person has to agree the support plan before an individual budget can be considered for approval. The parent or carer will then know how much money is available for care or support.
The child or young person's plan might involve them receiving support from any or a combination of the following:
- Option 1 - a direct payment
- Option 2 - working with a care provider to manage the child or young person's budget
- Option 3 - we arrange your care or support for the child or young person
- Option 4 - a combination of the above options
Review and eligibility
At each review, progress will be discussed, and future outcomes considered. This includes reassessing whether the child or young person still meets the eligibility criteria for support from the Disability Service.
Regardless of the option chosen, the budget must be used solely to achieve the outcomes outlined in the support plan.