Consultation: Self-directed support: A National Strategy for Scotland
Monday 8 February 2010 – Friday 7 May 2010
Self-directed support: A National Strategy for Scotland has been developed to help take forward the personalisation of health and social care services in Scotland.
The strategy responds to increasing interest in reshaping care and support in Scotland. It aims to set out and drive a cultural shift around the delivery of care and support that views people as equal citizens with rights and responsibilities.
The strategy has been developed with the support of a National Reference Group and through extensive discussion with other stakeholders. It will be a long term strategy, spanning 10 years, and so what is provided is a framework for significant changes in the way support is provided. It is not intended as detailed guidance, which may follow as the strategy is implemented.
Following consultation, an implementation plan will be developed to identify timescales and targets for the strategy's short, medium and long term goals.
Responding to the consultation
Responses should be returned by 7 May 2010 and can be submitted:
- using the Online Response form
- by e-mail to: selfdirectedsupport@scotland.gsi.gov.uk
- or by post to:
Chris Raftery
Self Directed Support Team
Adult Care and Support Division
Scottish Government
Edinburgh
EH1 3DG
If you have any queries contact Chris Raftery on 0131 244 5492.
Respondents are requested to:
- quote the questions or parts of the consultation paper to which their comments relate to aid analysis of the responses received;
- to complete and return the Respondent Information Form.
What happens next?
Following the closing date, all responses will be analysed and considered along with any other available evidence to reach a decision on the Self Directed Support Strategy. A report on the consultation process should be issued by 6 August 2010.