Guidance on independent living and inclusion in the community of persons with disabilities in the context of EU funding. The guidance provides practical recommendations to Member States on the use of EU funding to accelerate the transition from institutional care to community-based services and independent living for persons with disabilities.
The aim is to make independent living for persons with disabilities a reality, empowering them to choose how, where and with whom they live, and providing them with access to a range of community support services, as well as equal access to services. The European Commission has adopted zhis guidance to promote the right of persons with disabilities to live independently and be included in the community.