Programs
Support for Day to Day Living in the Community
The Support for Day to Day Living in the Community (D2DL) program provides funding to improve the quality of life for individuals with severe and persistent mental illness by providing an additional 7,000 places in structured and socially based activity programs. The initiative recognises that meaningful activity and social connectedness are important factors that can contribute to people's recovery.
The aims of the D2DL program are to:
- support people with severe and persistent mental illness who experience social isolation
- increase the ability of people with severe and persistent mental illness to participate in social, recreational and educational activities
- assist people with severe and persistent mental illness to improve their quality of life and live successfully at an optimal level of independence in the community
- expand the capacity of the NGO sector to offer structured day programs for people experiencing social isolation through severe and persistent mental illness and
- increase community participation by assisting participants to:
- develop new skills or relearn old skills
- develop social networks
- participate in community activities
- develop confidence and
- accomplish personal goals.
Phase 1: 2006 - 2009
The rollout of funding under phase 1 was informed by consultation with a wide range of stakeholders including peak non-government organisations for the sector, consumer representatives and state and territory governments. Applications for funding under the program for the 2006–2009 period were advertised during February and March 2007. Funding applications were sought from organisations for the delivery of services in 49 sites across all states and territories.The 49 geographical sites were determined in consultation with state and territory governments. Key elements in determining site selection included greatest demand for services, availability of clinical care and community support and NGO capacity to deliver the program.
60 grants were awarded under the initiative.
Phase 1: 2009 - 2011
The D2DL program was extended for up to two years to June 2011. Funding has been provided to participating organisations in 48 existing sites. 59 grants have continued under the initiative.For further information, please email daytodayliving@health.gov.au
Page last reviewed: 6 September 2010
