Self Directed Support (SDS)
Take a moment to get comfortable and work through this course at your own pace. Each module includes a short quiz at the end to help reinforce your learning, but don’t worry, it’s just a chance to reflect on what you’ve covered and build your confidence as you go.
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Module 1: What is SDS
Module 1 introduces Self-Directed Support (SDS), explaining its purpose, who can access it, and practical ways it can meet your child’s unique needs.
Module 1 introduces Self-Directed Support (SDS), explaining its purpose, who can access it, and practical ways it can meet your child’s unique needs.
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Module 2: The SDS process
Module 2 explains the SDS process in West Lothian, including the steps to access support, how assessments and eligibility work, and the role of outcomes in shaping care.
Module 2 explains the SDS process in West Lothian, including the steps to access support, how assessments and eligibility work, and the role of outcomes in shaping care.
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Module 3: Dual Pathways - support for your child and for you as a carer
Module 3 explores the dual pathways of SDS, showing how support can be provided for both your child and you as a carer, while explaining key differences between child and carer assessments and your rights in decision-making
Module 3 explores the dual pathways of SDS, showing how support can be provided for both your child and you as a carer, while explaining key differences between child and carer assessments and your rights in decision-making
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Module 4: Financial assessments
Module 4 explains how financial assessments work within SDS, when they are required, and what changes at age 18 regarding contributions and eligibility.
Module 4 explains how financial assessments work within SDS, when they are required, and what changes at age 18 regarding contributions and eligibility.
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Module 5: Eligibility and options
Module 5 covers eligibility for SDS in West Lothian, explains the four SDS options, and helps families choose the option that best meets their needs.
Module 5 covers eligibility for SDS in West Lothian, explains the four SDS options, and helps families choose the option that best meets their needs.
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Module 6: Myth busting quiz
Module 6 is a Myth-Busting Quiz designed to challenge common misconceptions about SDS. You’ll apply what you’ve learned in previous modules to identify what’s true and what’s false, helping you feel more confident in understanding how SDS works.
Module 6 is a Myth-Busting Quiz designed to challenge common misconceptions about SDS. You’ll apply what you’ve learned in previous modules to identify what’s true and what’s false, helping you feel more confident in understanding how SDS works.
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Module 7: Next steps and feedback
Module 7 focuses on your next steps after completing the course. You’ll learn how to access SDS or carer support, stay connected with Carers of West Lothian and the SDS Forum, and find the right referral forms and contact points for further help.
Module 7 focuses on your next steps after completing the course. You’ll learn how to access SDS or carer support, stay connected with Carers of West Lothian and the SDS Forum, and find the right referral forms and contact points for further help.
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