Self-directed support and dementia in Scotland Innovation at the core of self- directed support Craig Flunkert Self-directed Support policy team Scottish Government

Self-directed support and innovation – some background Rights-based The options The values and principles Rooted in good social work practice

Self-directed support – innovation The two main questions: - What do we mean by innovation? - How do we create an environment that encourages and supports innovation?

What do we mean by innovation?

How do we create an environment that encourages and supports innovation?

How do we create an environment that encourages innovation? People and culture

Assessment How do we create an environment that encourages innovation?

Commissioning How do we create an environment that encourages innovation?

Self-directed support, dementia and innovation – in conclusion Strong basis in terms of the values and principles Capable and flexible social workers Challenges - funding, process, organisational culture Solutions – Rights-based approach, risk enablement, “what would I want for me?”