Set up power of attorney and healthcare power of attorney to take effect when the individual turns 18. lamana Set up power of attorney and healthcare power of attorney to take effect when the individual turns 18. Read More »
Consider whether a limited guardianship, guardianship of the person and/or guardianship of the estate may be appropriate.*With any of these options, supported-decision making is still an important tool for centering the individual in decisions that pertain to them. lamana Consider whether a limited guardianship, guardianship of the person and/or guardianship of the estate may be appropriate.*With any of these options, supported-decision making is still an important tool for centering the individual in decisions that pertain to them. Read More »
If the individual is not their own guardian, ensure that designated guardianship wishes are relayed in the parents’ will and letter of intent. lamana If the individual is not their own guardian, ensure that designated guardianship wishes are relayed in the parents’ will and letter of intent. Read More »
Understand what supported decision-making (SDM) includes and how to use it. lamana Understand what supported decision-making (SDM) includes and how to use it. Read More »
Develop and practice decision-making skills. lamana Develop and practice decision-making skills. Read More »
Continually evaluate decision-making skills and capacity. lamana Continually evaluate decision-making skills and capacity. Read More »
Set developmentally-appropriate goals to develop decision-making skills through SDM. lamana Set developmentally-appropriate goals to develop decision-making skills through SDM. Read More »
Contact Disability Rights NC if interested if advocacy assistance is needed related to guardianship or restoration of a person’s guardianship. lamana Contact Disability Rights NC if interested if advocacy assistance is needed related to guardianship or restoration of a person’s guardianship. Read More »
Support the student to have input on their IEP goals through practice expressing one’s needs, preferences, and interests. lamana Support the student to have input on their IEP goals through practice expressing one’s needs, preferences, and interests. Read More »
If a student is not participating already, they should begin to participate in the IEP meeting. This is an important opportunity for the student to practice self-determination and learn how to advocate for their own future. lamana If a student is not participating already, they should begin to participate in the IEP meeting. This is an important opportunity for the student to practice self-determination and learn how to advocate for their own future. Read More »
