Taking Control Project The project began  at the 2007 NPSA AGM.  At that time the decision was made to do two things: First we were going to organise a conference and second we were going to try to bring other groups/organisations on board. Other groups did come on board and the conference, which was given the name Taking Control, was held on October 18, 2008 in the Clarion Hotel.  (we would like to thank the manager and staff for the huge assistance they gave and particularly for providing the venue free of charge).  View Presentations. The committee has stayed together, the Microboard Association of Ireland has joined us and we are now looking at the next steps. If you are interested in reading more on the idea of individualisation here's a few  samples: Frontline article: This is an article about a small company in the USA that provides individualised supports. Valuing People: This is a website on how the idea of supports  for people with disabilities Family Matters, Counting Families In: Again produced by the British Government - if you are the carer  of a person with a disability, it will  make you feel that you are not alone in your experiences.