Apart from the more obvious reasons why self-determined living through the use of Personal Assistants is a positive thing there are particular areas which are specific to women. Having access to Personal Assistance for women can enable them to go to work sometimes for the first time in their lives. For women having access to a Personal Assistant can alter the traditional role of women. For example a women can now enter male dominated venues such as pubs accompanied by her Personal Assistant. This alters the typical stereotype of women in society.
Young women living at home have often no arena or opportunity for exploration of their sexuality.
Women may be forced to stay in relationships because of their reliance on their partner for their Personal Assistance. Many examples of violence and abuse have been recorded in these circumstances. Self-determined living can offer women the chance to regain control and choice over their lives. Personal Assistance can alleviate the stress within a relationship when too much is placed on the support of their partner. It can also provide assurance that any children will not be taken into care when it is assumed that women are unable in some situations to be all things to all people.