in control first phase report 2003-2005

28citizenship. They are expected to be part of the wider community – bothusing the community’s support but also contributing to it.FIGURE 9NegotiatedserviceCitizenEntitlementto fundingGovernmentProfessionalCommunityContribution via taxationCitizenship model – Self-Directed SupportGovernment transfers money directly to the disabled person and allows thedisabled person to organise the services they need and want.The following is the system that in Control developed, according to themethods described in the last chapter – namely, as a constantly refined operatingsystem available to users on an open-access basis.FIGURE 10The in Control System1. Set PersonalisedBudgetThe person can find out how much money they are likely tobe able to receive in a personalised budget.2. Plan support The person can work out how they should use that moneyto meet their needs in a way that suits them best.3. Agree plan The person checks out their Assessment and Support Planwith the local authority or any other funding provider.4. Manage PersonalisedBudgetThe person decides on the best way to manage their PersonalisedBudget.5. Organise support The person organises the housing, help, equipment orother kinds of things they want.6. Live life The person uses support to live a full life with family andfriends in their community.7. Review and learn The person along with the Care Manager checks howthings are going and makes changes if needed.Seven Steps to Being in ControlA report on in Control’s first phase 2003-2005