Creating Autonomy: Individualized Funding as a Path to Choice and Control

On this episode of Takiwatanga, we delve into the intricacies of self-directed funding and individualized support. Our guests from Whaikaha, Taikura Trust, and Lifewise, take us through the process of Individualised Funding. We also tackled the importance of connections and peer support in the success of self-directed funding, along with the need for feedback from disabled individuals.

We learn about the role of host providers in navigating the system and helping individuals with disabilities plan and connect within their communities. The allocation of upfront funding and the responsibilities of host providers in supporting families of the disabled person.

We also hear from the Whaikaha, Ministry of Disabled People about their efforts to bridge the gap between the government and the community and their openness to feedback and partnerships.

Join us on this episode as we explore the complexities and possibilities of self-directed funding to enable good lives among disable people.

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Love Not Cure.

Exploring autism one strength at a time.

Takiwatānga is the Te Reo Māori for autism.

From 'tōku/tōna anō takiwā' - 'my/his/her own time and space' This is a New Zealand-based podcast about autism.

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