Self-Directed Support in Scotland

Welcome to the Scottish Government’s Self-Directed Support (SDS) website. This is a one-stop-shop for information about Self-Directed Support for people who use social care services and health and social care professionals.

Directing your own support

Find out if self-directed support is right for you

Professionals

Learn about this increasingly popular form of social care delivery

Carers

Could you and the person you care for benefit from self-directed support?

News and events

Stepping out on the SDS Journey

25 April 2012

An event aimed at providers to reflect on key issues ahead on the SDS journey. Part of CCPS's Providers and Personalisation Programme.

SDS Bill introduced to Parliament

29 February 2012

The Bill is introduced to Parliament and published online. The Health and Sport Committee has opened a call for evidence.

FAQ's

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Directing your own support

Professionals

Carers

Document library

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View useful tips, training materials and general information uploaded by other SDS professionals from across the country.

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