Ann is seeking to establish an alternative system, modeled on Great Britain’s Disability Living Allowance (DLA). The DLA is a tax-free benefit for those who require help with personal care due to physical or mental disabilities. Such a policy would allow families to recruit the assistance they need and pay for it out of the provided allowance. This would be cheaper and more empowering for the recipients and ensure individual needs are met.

The amount awarded would be determined by the severity of the disability. The lowest rate would be for people who required help of supervision at some stage(s) during the day, or if they were unable to prepare a cooked meal. The second rate would be for people who often require help or supervision, either during the day or throughout the night, or those who need someone with them while they are on dialysis. The maximum rate would apply to those who frequently require help or a full-time carer.