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Links to more information

Below you will find links to other sites, for more information on direct payments.

National Social Inclusion Site (NSIP)

The National Social Inclusion Programme (NSIP) at NIMHE has brought together the work of government departments and other organisations in a concerted effort to challenge attitudes, to enable people to fulfil their aspirations and to significantly improve opportunities and outcomes for people with mental health problems.  

National Centre for Independent Living (NCIL)

This website is designed to be a resource on independent living and Direct Payments for disabled people and others working in the field. 

CSIP Direct Payments website

Increasing the Uptake of Direct Payments – solution set. This ‘solution set’ is a way of sharing ‘what works’ from those with experience and building on this to promote and provide direct payments. The contents largely reflect the themes in the self-assessment guide which was designed to encompass services for all. 

CSIP Eastern Regional Development Centre (Direct Payments section)

This website provides further information and resources on direct payments in the Eastern regional development centre.


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