Financial Decision-making: Guidance for Supporting Financial Decision Making by People with Learning DisabilitiesChoice and independence are central to improving the lives of people with learning disabilities. This guide explores ways of enabling people with learning disabilities to have as much control as possible in managing their money. |
Contents
Foreword | 7 |
Independence in financial decisionmaking | 19 |
Balancing different rights in financial | 31 |
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