Self-Directed Support Framework of Standards (2024)

The Self-Directed Support Framework of Standards consists of a set of standards (including practice statements and core components) to support the implementation of Self-directed Support in Scotland.  Self-directed Support is the way that social care must be delivered in Scotland for children, adults, those in transition to adulthood and carers.

You can access the Self-directed Support Framework of Standards via these links:

• The Self-directed Support Framework of Standards (PDF, double page spread)
• The Self-directed Support Framework of Standards (PDF, single pagination)
• The Self-directed Support Framework of standards (PDF, Easy Read version)
• Social Care - Self-directed Support: Framework of Standards (PDF,  text content only)

You can also read a short document, reflecting on the process of revising the SDS Framework of Standards:

• Reflections on Practice - Revising the SDS Framework of Standards (PDF)

Here is a ten minute video, intended as a supportive resource for using the SDS standards in local areas, as well as a printable A4 poster, with a QR code leading directly to this SDS standards web page:

• Using the SDS Standards - A Resource for Local Areas (Link to Vimeo)
• SDS Standards Printable QR Code Poster (PDF)

This Framework is for all people and organisations. This includes children, young people, supported people, families, carers, including young carers and relevant organisations including Local Authorities and Health and Social Care Partnerships, NHS organisations or Integration Joint Board staff.
It is relevant for social workers and for those who are critical to the successful implementation of Self-Directed Support.