Outcomes – Good and Bad Examples

Good examples of outcomes

• To be clean and dressed appropriately for the weather
• To maintain my relationships with friends and family
• To have social contact with people of my age and enjoy activities which make me feel good
• To give my family a break
• Living “independently” in a supported environment
• Participating and making the most of all opportunities in family and community life
• Learning skills that will lead to meaningful work
• Maintaining employment or a voluntary role – supported in a mainstream environment
• Developing skills and routines that will enable me to keep my home clean and tidy
• Attending medical appointments and maintaining a healthy life
• Participating in exercise classes on a regular basis to support a healthy life

Bad examples of outcomes

• To have a PA 5 hrs a week
• To use my Direct Payment to pay a PA
• To go horseriding once a week