KDC will be hosting the next Direct Payments Vision Conference 2021 on Friday 1st October (#DPVision2021) at the Knowsley Leisure and Culture Park in Huyton. This is your chance to join us to share your own views and experiences, talk to others about the different ways direct payments are being used locally and work together … Read more
All local authorities have a duty to arrange support for those with eligibleneeds. Each Council is given the discretion as to whether they can charge a contribution for these services. Currently, almost all councils have decided to use this discretion. Where the local authority decides to apply its discretion, section 17 of theCare Act 2014 … Read more
This policy outlines our aims and principles for a fair approach to contributions made by a person to their social care services. It covers: Background to charging Regulations and guidance used Aims and principles Who is charged The services charged for How charges are calculated What to do if a person’s circumstances change Obtaining advice … Read more
Changes to national restrictions from 29 March On Monday 29 March, some of the rules on what you can and cannot do in England are changing as we move into Step 1b of the Government’s roadmap out of lockdown. COVID-19 vaccination: What happens at your appointment Latest News – Vaccines are coming Information on how to … Read more
Featured in this edition: Covid Vaccinations for Knowsley residents and carers/PAs Using Direct Payments During The Coronavirus Pandemic Direct Payments Support Group virtual meet up New ILG Support Service from Mark Bates (Premier Care) Direct Payments Conference Challenging and changing the future of social care – how you can get involved Finding PA’s PA Holidays … Read more
The government has published the ‘COVID-19 Response – Spring 2021’, setting out the roadmap out of the current lockdown for England. COVID-19 Response – Spring 2021 (Summary) COVID-19 Response – Spring 2021 – pdf version COVID-19 Response – Spring 2021 (Summary – Large print) COVID-19 Response – Spring 2021 (Summary – Easy Read) For guidance … Read more
KDC are looking for a new member to join our busy Learning Disabilities team and contribute to the planning and provision of supportive, fun and stimulating programmes for adults with learning difficulties and/or autism. If You have good organisation and administration skills and the ability to respond proactively and sensitively to clients’ needs and experience … Read more
If you have symptoms of coronavirus (COVID-19), you should stay at home and self-isolate immediately to stop the spread of the virus and protect family, friends and your community. It is vital that you play your part and follow the rules around self-isolation. If you’ve tested positive for coronavirus (COVID-19), find out about how to share … Read more