Cash Payments (also called Direct Payments)
Cash Payments, also called Direct Payments, are available to people who are eligible for a Personal Budget.
Cash Payments give people the most flexibility and choice in how they are supported, because the money is paid directly to them. You can read more about the different ways to manage personal budget money here.
The important thing to remember with a Cash Payment is that the money is paid to you (or to someone you choose to help you) and that you are responsible for the relationship and contract with your support providers.
See the frequently asked questions about cash payments page for more detailed information.
We have prepared a number of factsheets for people who are interested in using Cash Payments, as follows:
- Information sheet 1 - Roles and responsibilities
- Information sheet 2 - Support with cash payments
- Information Sheet 3 - What your Cash Payment Can Include
- Information sheet 4 - Financial monitoring
For factsheets about recruiting and employing staff see our page about employing a personal assistant.
You can enquire about Cash Payments using the online form.
If you are already receiving a Personal Budget and would like to talk about having the money as a Cash Payment, please contact us.
If you would like to have an assessment to see if you are eligible for a Personal Budget, please contact us.
Page Last Updated: 15 November 2011
