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Person-Centered Planning

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Person-Centered Planning, independent facilitator

Time Commitment for Self-Determination Program vs. Traditional Services: What to Expect

For individuals with developmental disabilities and their families, California’s Self-Determination program (SDP)...
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Person-Centered Planning, independent facilitator

How to Write a Person-Centered Plan That Reflects Your Child’s True Potential

When you’re raising a child with developmental disabilities or complex needs, it’s easy to feel like your family’s path...
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Three people, one of whom is in a wheelchair, seated around a table with papers and computers.
Person-Centered Planning, independent facilitator

Ongoing Independent Facilitation: How an IF Can Continue to Support You in SDP

Starting California’s Self-Determination Program (SDP) can feel like a full-time job. There’s orientation,...
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Person-Centered Planning, Self-Determination Program (SDP), Independent Living

The Pros and Cons of Working with an SDP Independent Facilitator (vs. Becoming One Yourself)

Navigating California’s Self-Determination Program (SDP) can be incredibly rewarding, but also overwhelming. That’s why...
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Two hands over a desk crowded with financial papers, stacked coins, a piggy bank, and a calculator.
Person-Centered Planning

A Beginner’s Guide to SDP Budgeting: How it Works

The Self-Determination Program (SDP) in California provides individuals with developmental disabilities greater...
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An adult with Down syndrome sitting on a couch and using a tablet.
Person-Centered Planning, independent facilitator

Unlocking Choice: A Webinar Recap for Families Getting Started with SDP

If you’ve ever felt like traditional services don’t quite fit your or your loved one’s needs, you’re not alone. That’s...
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Person-Centered Planning, Self-Determination Program (SDP), Self-Advocacy

Person-Centered Planning: How to Start Drafting a PCP

We all want the freedom to make important choices about our lives. Unfortunately, the opinions, dreams, and aspirations...
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Five individuals with a variety of developmental disabilities gather for a jovial picture
Person-Centered Planning, Relationships, Self-Determination Program (SDP), Self-Advocacy

Top Pieces of Advice for Starting SDP: Insights from Real Families

Reading all the information you can find about the California (CA) Self-Determination Program (SDP) can do wonders to...
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Person-Centered Planning, independent facilitator

How Does SDP Differ from Traditional Regional Center Services? Families Share Their Thoughts

When discussing the CA Self Determination Program (SDP), we strive to be informative, insightful, and encouraging. And...
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Andrea Bonner, a NeuroNav independent facilitator.
Person-Centered Planning, Self-Determination Program (SDP), Representation

Tips from an Expert Independent Facilitator: Andrea Bonner

Andrea Bonner is a service navigator and independent facilitator with NeuroNav. What led her to this line of work was...
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