The Personal Assistant (PA) role involves much more than personal care. There are many potential roles and responsibilities for a PA which should be specified prior to recruitment.
Find out what help you can get from a local Independent Support Organisation if you are thinking about employing PAs, or you're already a PA Employer.
Local Authorities (councils) have an important role in making sure that PA Employers have the information and support they need to meet their needs.
This article explains the Social Model of Disability, and how disability is defined by the barriers created in society that exclude and discriminate against people, thus 'disabling' them.
Find out what training is available to PA Employers to support you in your role.
A quick guide to this resource
It is important for anyone considering taking on a PA to understand the difference in employment status between an employee and a self-employed PA. This can affect their legal relationship and financial agreements between them. Find out more about how to determine if a PA is employed or self-employed.
When you decide to employ Personal Assistants, your Council will ask you to sign an agreement. Find out what is included in this agreement and how to check it covers everything you need.