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Hi, my name is Jackis!

Hi I'm Jackie I'm new here. I'm in a wheelchair with a 4 year old who also has need because of his prematurity. The carers are unreliable and we often have to stay in in our pyjamas. Thinking about getting a pa but unsure if I can afford it. Any ideas.
Jackie
Jackie
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I hope the information provided about PAs will be helpful, but can I ask if you have any support from family or friends?
Scope
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Hi, I`ve had PAs/Carers paid for by Direct Payments for 8.5 years now.
Up until recently, I didn't have to contribute...but I do now.
I`ve had direct carers and agency carers. It`s better to have them direct but not always easy to cover holidays etc....It can be a problem that way.
Social services will do a care assessment.
Good Afternoon it’s great to meet you today.
I am also one off the Community Champion’s here at Scope.
We have got some info on PA’s on our site.
https://www.scope.org.uk/advice-and-support/hiring-pa-for-home-care/
I do hope that this information is helpful for you please please let me know if you have any problems???
@steve51