Recent Work

Direct Payments and Individual Service Funds Guidance for Practitioners

A project with Essex County Council.

Individual Service Funds Policy

A project with Lancashire County Council.

SDS Network England

A project to grow a nationwide community of practice.

We are driven to empower individuals and families, facilitating control over their support and enabling the creation of lives they aspire to live. Rooted in community, our approach celebrates each person's unique gifts and talents.

Our associates bring extensive experience in enhancing health and social care systems, specialising in commissioning, brokerage, training, coaching, and the practical implementation of Individual Service Funds (ISFs). We collaborate with Local Authorities, Clinical Commissioning Groups, and support provider organisations, offering a range of expertise to develop co-produced change programs that yield excellent outcomes.

Our services include:

• Training for commissioners, social workers, and support provider teams on various personal budget formats
• Inspirational workshops and information sessions for professionals, families, and personal budget holders
• Support with contracting and commissioning arrangements to boost ISF and Direct Payment uptake
• Strategies for personalised market shaping and community-led support options
• Impact evaluation of Self-Directed Support
• Organisational strategy development around Self-Directed Support

As members of the Self-Directed Support Network, an international movement, we are passionate about promoting the development of Self-Directed Support, citizenship, inclusion, and diversity worldwide.

A portion of our profits goes towards supporting Citizen Network, a cooperative dedicated to advancing self-directed support approaches globally.

Reach out to us to learn more about our commitment and services.