--- title: Self-Determination-Blog | Self-Determination Program (SDP) (2) description: Self-Determination Program (SDP) | Resources and articles about disability advocacy and California's Self-Determination Program. (2) --- [Skip to content](https://neuronav.org/self-determination-blog/tag/self-determination-program-sdp/page/2#main-content) [![nn\_logo\_wide\_white](https://neuronav.org/hs-fs/hubfs/nn_logo_wide_white.png?width=2641&height=640&name=nn_logo_wide_white.png "nn_logo_wide_white")](https://www.neuronav.org/) - [For Individuals](https://neuronav.org/families) - [For Regional Centers](https://neuronav.org/regional-centers) - Knowledge - [Self-Determination Blog](https://neuronav.org/self-determination-blog) - [Events](https://neuronav.org/events) - [Newsletter Sign Up](https://neuronav.org/newslettersignup) - About Us - [Team](https://neuronav.org/about-us) - [Careers](https://careers.neuronav.org/home) - [GET STARTED](https://neuronav.org/free-consultation-main) Gain knowledge and insight on topics that affect your life # NeuroNav Self-Determination Blog This is a search field with an auto-suggest feature attached. - There are no suggestions because the search field is empty. ## Self-Determination Program (SDP) (2) ## Recent Articles - Filter by: - [All](https://neuronav.org/self-determination-blog/all) - [Wellness](https://neuronav.org/self-determination-blog/tag/wellness) - [Self-Advocacy](https://neuronav.org/self-determination-blog/tag/self-advocacy) - [Self-Determination Program (SDP)](https://neuronav.org/self-determination-blog/tag/self-determination-program-sdp) - [Independent Living](https://neuronav.org/self-determination-blog/tag/independent-living) - [Neurodiversity](https://neuronav.org/self-determination-blog/tag/neurodiversity) - [Independent Living & Life Skills](https://neuronav.org/self-determination-blog/tag/independent-living-life-skills) [![A boy with a disability performing an activity at a table with an adult holding his hand.](https://neuronav.org/hubfs/89.png)](https://neuronav.org/self-determination-blog/making-sdp-personal) [Self-Determination Program (SDP)](https://neuronav.org/self-determination-blog/tag/self-determination-program-sdp) - [NeuroNav Self-Determination Specialist](https://neuronav.org/self-determination-blog/author/neuronav-self-determination-specialist) - November 27, 2025 ### [Making SDP Personal: How to Design & Assemble Your Dream Team](https://neuronav.org/self-determination-blog/making-sdp-personal) Designing your ideal support team is one of the most empowering parts of the Self-Determination Program (SDP). With... [Read more](https://neuronav.org/self-determination-blog/making-sdp-personal) [![A man sitting on a park bench looking at a tablet.](https://neuronav.org/hubfs/87.png)](https://neuronav.org/self-determination-blog/support-autistic-adults) [Self-Determination Program (SDP)](https://neuronav.org/self-determination-blog/tag/self-determination-program-sdp), [Independent Living & Life Skills](https://neuronav.org/self-determination-blog/tag/independent-living-life-skills) - [NeuroNav Self-Determination Specialist](https://neuronav.org/self-determination-blog/author/neuronav-self-determination-specialist) - November 20, 2025 ### [Where to Find Support for Autistic Adults: Toolkit & Tips](https://neuronav.org/self-determination-blog/support-autistic-adults) Finding the right support for autistic adults can feel overwhelming, especially for those just beginning their journey... [Read more](https://neuronav.org/self-determination-blog/support-autistic-adults) [![Clear lightbulb placed on top of a chalkboard with a thought bubble drawn on it](https://neuronav.org/hubfs/82.jpg)](https://neuronav.org/self-determination-blog/sdp-service-codes) [Self-Determination Program (SDP)](https://neuronav.org/self-determination-blog/tag/self-determination-program-sdp) - [NeuroNav Self-Determination Specialist](https://neuronav.org/self-determination-blog/author/neuronav-self-determination-specialist) - October 30, 2025 ### [Getting Creative With SDP Service Codes: Tips from NeuroNav](https://neuronav.org/self-determination-blog/sdp-service-codes) California’s Self-Determination Program (SDP) heralded a new era in caring and providing services for individuals with... [Read more](https://neuronav.org/self-determination-blog/sdp-service-codes) [![Headshot of a young woman smiling with water in the background](https://neuronav.org/hubfs/81.jpg)](https://neuronav.org/self-determination-blog/ipp-goals-creativity-sdp) [Self-Determination Program (SDP)](https://neuronav.org/self-determination-blog/tag/self-determination-program-sdp), [Independent Living & Life Skills](https://neuronav.org/self-determination-blog/tag/independent-living-life-skills) - [NeuroNav Self-Determination Specialist](https://neuronav.org/self-determination-blog/author/neuronav-self-determination-specialist) - October 28, 2025 ### [How IPP Goals Enable Creativity in the Self-Determination Program (SDP)](https://neuronav.org/self-determination-blog/ipp-goals-creativity-sdp) The Self-Determination Program (SDP) in California was created, in large part, to allow regional center customers to... 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From... [Read more](https://neuronav.org/self-determination-blog/sdp-autistic-students) [![A mother, daughter, and father sitting in the grass and smiling.](https://neuronav.org/hubfs/75.png)](https://neuronav.org/self-determination-blog/ifs-person-centered-plan) [Person-Centered Planning](https://neuronav.org/self-determination-blog/tag/person-centered-planning), [Self-Determination Program (SDP)](https://neuronav.org/self-determination-blog/tag/self-determination-program-sdp) - [NeuroNav Self-Determination Specialist](https://neuronav.org/self-determination-blog/author/neuronav-self-determination-specialist) - October 2, 2025 ### [How IFs Write a Person-Centered Plan That Reflects Your Potential](https://neuronav.org/self-determination-blog/ifs-person-centered-plan) When families first hear about California’s Self-Determination Program (SDP), it can feel overwhelming. The program... [Read more](https://neuronav.org/self-determination-blog/ifs-person-centered-plan) [![A young woman with Down Syndrome stands in the middle of a group of friends and family and smiles](https://neuronav.org/hubfs/SDP%20Success%20Stories.png)](https://neuronav.org/self-determination-blog/sdp-success-families-talk-about-working-with-independent-facilitators) [Self-Determination Program (SDP)](https://neuronav.org/self-determination-blog/tag/self-determination-program-sdp), [Neurodiversity & Disability Education](https://neuronav.org/self-determination-blog/tag/neurodiversity-disability-education) - [NeuroNav Self-Determination Specialist](https://neuronav.org/self-determination-blog/author/neuronav-self-determination-specialist) - September 30, 2025 ### [SDP Success: Families Talk About Working With Independent Facilitators](https://neuronav.org/self-determination-blog/sdp-success-families-talk-about-working-with-independent-facilitators) NeuroNav is proud to have a strong library of blog content explaining California’s Self-Determination Program (SDP).... 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