Direct Payments

Description

It is now possible to get money known as 'Direct Payments' to pay for the social care services you need, instead of receiving services arranged by a Care Manager. The main difference between a direct payment and the usual type of help is that you receive a cash payment. This gives you more choice regarding the sort of care you can receive and who will be providing it.

Am I eligible for a Direct Payment?

To be eligible for a direct payment you must have been assessed as needing community care services, be willing and able to manage the payment (with help if needed) and be able to consent to receiving a direct payment.
Individuals who might be eligible are Older People, adults with a physical, sensory or learning disability, a person with HIV or AIDS, parents or carers of children with a disability.
Some people with mental health problems and some carers may also be eligible for a direct payment.

How do I get a Direct Payment?

If you are interested in receiving direct payments you must firstly have an assessment of your care needs, or if you have already been assessed, you must ask for a review of your care and inform the care manager that you would like direct payments. A care manager will visit you to assess your situation and produce a community care plan for you if you do not already have one. At this visit you can discuss the possibility of meeting your needs through direct payments. If it seems that direct payments are suitable you will be given as much information as you need, including details about specialist support services in Barnsley to assist people in managing their direct payments.

Helplines

 

BMBC, Social Services, Direct Payments Development Officer, Wellington House, 36 Wellington Street, Barnsley S70 1WA.

Email: Self Directed Support

Tel (01226) 772396.

Penderels Trust, Arcadia House, 72 Market Street, Barnsley, S70 1SN.

Tel (01226) 201661

Social Services District Offices:

Brierley
Brierley Hall, Church Street, Brierley, Barnsley, S72 9HT.

Tel (01226) 775901

North West Team (Darton)
Darton Council Offices, Huddersfield Road, Barnsley, S75 5NB.

Tel (01226) 775480

Dearne Team
Goldthorpe Primary Care Centre, Goldthorpe Green, Goldthorpe, S63 9EH.

Tel (01709) 886219

North East Team (Brierley, Athersley, Lundwood)
Brierley Hall, Church Street, Brierley, Barnsley, S72 9HT.

Tel (01226) 775901

South West Team (Penistone)
Penistone Town Hall, Shrewsbury Road, Penistone, S30 6DY.

Tel (01226) 774242

Central Team (Worsbrough)
Worsbrough Primary Care Centre, West Street, Worsbrough, Barnsley, S70 5DJ.

Tel (01226) 648010

Physical and Sensory Disability Team
The Social Centre, Moorland Avenue, Barnsley, S70 6PH.

Tel (01226) 282025

Community Learning Disability Team
Birk House, Calder Crescent, Kendray, Barnsley, S70 3JF.

Tel (01226) 775377

Children's Disability Team
Lundwood Health Centre, Littleworth Lane, Lundwood, Barnsley S71 5RG.

Tel (01226) 298508

 

Will I have to pay any charges or fees?

 

Under section 17 of the Health and Social Services and Social Security Adjudication's Act 1983, local authorities are allowed to decide what charges, if any they make for services.

You will be asked to pay the same amount towards the cost of your care regardless of whether you use direct payments or not. Your care manager will provide you with up to date information about charging at your assessment.

There is no charge for assessing your needs or for advice and information.

 

Opening Times

 

Monday to Thursday - 9.00am until 5.00pm

Fridays - 9.00am until 4.30pm.

 

Leaflets that are helpful

A Guide to Direct Payments for Service Users and Carers

Where can I get a leaflet from?

 

Leaflets can be obtained from:

BMBC, Wellington House, Social Services,

36 Wellington Street, Barnsley, S70 1WA. Tel 01226 770770

or any Social Services district offices (Please refer to the ''Associated Links'' for your nearest office).

 

Legislation

The Community Care, Services for Carers and Children's Services (Direct Payments), England, Regulations 2003
NHS and Community Care Act 1990
Carers Recognition & Services Act 1995
Children Act 1989

Websites

Please refer to the ''Associated Links'' for related websites.

Contact Details

 

Julie Moore, Direct Payments Co-ordinator

Tel 01226 772396

Wellington House
36 Wellington St
Barnsley
South Yorkshire
S70 1WA

Email: Self Directed Support

 

Related Links:

• Social Services District Offices
• The Department of Health
• The National Centre for Independent Living
• Age concern
• Information for Carers
• Penderels Trust

Last modified on 16/9/2008