Compass Independent Living

We provide services that support people in receipt of health and/or social care packages (Direct Payment or NHS Personal Health Budget) or self funders to manage their care in a way that gives them choice and control over their lives.

We can:

• explain how the Direct Payment Scheme/Personal Health Budget works

• discuss the choices available in terms of a personal budget

• advise you how you could use your personal budget to employ a Personal Assistant in relation to paying tax and national insurance to HMRC

• guidance on getting Employer's Liability Insurance cover in place

• advise on employment legislation e.g. national minimum wage, statutory rights of employees, contracts of employment etc.

• assist with recruiting a Care Assistant or Personal Assistant

• provide guidance about financial record keeping

• work with you to develop your care plan and provide an ongoing support (where needed)

• help to find the services you need (brokerage)

We also provide payroll and/or managed accounts services.