Video category: Direct payments and the Kent Card

We have a selection of videos about direct payments and the Kent Card.

Direct payments are local council payments for people who have been assessed as needing help from social services, and who would like to arrange and pay for their own care and support services instead of receiving them directly from the local council.

Ian was struck down with a severe illness. He talks about his experience of self directed support and how he used direct payments and the Kent Card to pay for services and support.

View a written transcript of the 'Ian's story' video

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Nicky explains how a small amount of money has enabled her to be more active, improving her well being.

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Richard explains how self directed support has changes the way he receives services. Creating a positive outcome from a negative situation.

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Julia has bipolar disorder. She explains how direct payments have helped her to stabilise her life by funding her fine art course.