Proposal 3
Assess the needs of family/whānau and carers.
We propose that family/whānau[/lang] and carer support needs are considered alongside those of the disabled person.
This means that family/whānau[/lang] and carer assessments would consider how much support is being provided by the carer, what that support involves, and link them to the respite and/or other supports that are needed.
Consultation questions:
3. Do you support the needs of carers being specifically assessed alongside those of the disabled person? Why/Why not?
4. What considerations in respect to a carer’s situation should be taken into account in order to link them to, or provide, the support needed?