Freespace and Self Directed Support
At Freespace, you can use your budget to purchase the support you require. We’re here to help ensure Self Directed Support (SDS) works for you. You can learn more about SDS by watching this video from Edinburgh Council here.
Hourly rate
Our hourly support rate is £17.58 per hour (approved by Edinburgh City Council).
Night support
The sleep-in rate is £88.65 per night. Some of our services provide you with a shared waking night if you require this. We will work with you to identify what level of support you need.
Where the money goes
93% of our expenditure goes directly towards providing your support. The remaining 7% cover essential operating expenditures including staff base costs, central office costs, and the costs of governance.