Journey to Individualised Funding for Daniel
In this narrative, follow Daniel's journey from receiving inappropriate support to embracing individualised budgeting for his care and development program. Discover the transformative impact of tailored services and the importance of choice and value in managing his needs. Explore the milestones, challenges, and successes that shape Daniel's path towards holistic support and empowerment.
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Journey to Individualised Funding Jacinta Fortune
Timeline November 2007-2009 Assessment for Daniel In 2008, I/Daniel received 10 hours of Home Help. Support was inappropriate: directed towards upkeep of house rather than towards supporting Daniel. Failed to qualify for Home Care Package
2009- 2013 Conversation with Disability Manager, Robert, was a game-changer. Student of Speech and Language Therapy came to the house 5 hours a week to work with Daniel. She was focused on Daniel and was able to build a relationship with him. This experience changed my mindset and my expectations. Asked Disability Manager for individualised budget and was put in contact with T Joined T Network in 2013.
Why Individualised Budgeting? Management of Daniel s care and development programme Freedom of choice Value for Money Extra hours of Occupational Therapy and Speech and Language Therapy: 10 stages of Claus Method completed in 2013. 8 hours 36 hours OT. August-December 2014 20 hours SLT.
