The six principles of CDC are outlined and explain how these principles guide the delivery of Home Care Packages.
Consumer Directed Care (CDC) is a way of delivering care that gives individuals choice and flexibility.
The government has included CDC principles in Aged Care laws (User Rights Principles 2014) to ensure older people’s rights are protected.
The six principles of CDC are:
- Consumer choice and control
- Rights
- Respectful and balanced partnerships
- Participation
- Wellness and re-ablement
- Transparency