A NEW WAY TO RECEIVE SERVICES
Determine Your Own Future with the Self-Determination Program
California residents with Developmental Disabilities can now choose to join the Self-Determination Program which puts them in the drivers seat. SDP gives you more flexibility to choose the type of services and the specific service providers you want to use.
Our Values
Promoting Autonomy
We believe that everyone should be able to make choices about how they live their lives, how they spend their time, who supports them, where they live, and more. Our job is to make it easier for you to take control of your own life.
Educating and Empowering
We want you to leave every meeting knowing and understanding more about the Self-Determination Program. If one day you don’t need our help anymore and can take charge yourself, we consider that a job well done! But we’ll always be here to help if you need it.
Personalized Journey
Starting with your Person-Centered Plan, our entire process is about giving you choices. You get to choose how to participate, what we should focus on, who should be involved, and how fast we move. You get to ask questions and decide what is most important.
Support with Starting SDP
Receive expert guidance throughout your transition.
- Virtual meetings
- Progress at your own pace
- Ongoing education about the Self-Determination Program
- Support with the budget, spending plan, FMS setup, and provider education.
- Expert guidance, one step at a time to avoid feeling overwhelmed
Paid by your Regional Center
Creating a Person-Centered Plan
Define your dreams and what it would take for you to get there.
- Virtual meetings
- Customized process
- Progress at your own pace
- Based on the interests and needs of each individual planner
- Receive the PCP in both an editable format and PDF
Paid by your Regional Center
Support with Continuing SDP
Get support with your SDP when you need it.
- Virtual meetings
- Support with budget and spending plan updates
- Support with educating new providers on the Self-Determination Program
- Support with the annual SDP Renewal process.
- On an hourly basis, as needed.
Paid from your Spending Plan
Support with Starting SDP
Step 1
Person-Centered Planning
Through a series of virtual, we will create a plan that reflects your unique personality, your dreams, and your support needs to put you on the road to your ideal life.
Step 2
Certified Budget
We will work together to understand how budgets are decided, prepare the information your regional center team will need to decide on a budget amount, and make sure that you are getting a fair and accurate budget.
Step 3
Spending Plan
We will help you build a Spending Plan to make the best use of your SDP funds, and make sure that fees and taxes are properly calculated.
Step 4
Financial Management Service
The Financial Management Service is the provider that manages all your SDP funds, pays your employees and service providers, and ensures that your funds last the whole year. Choosing the right FMS can make all the difference in your SDP experience.
Currently only accepting Alta Regional Center clients.
My Guidebook for Transitioning into Self-Determination
Currently only accepting Alta Regional Center clients.
SDP Facilitation Services
Ongoing SDP Facilitation
Entering Self-Determination is just the beginning. We can help you through the ups an downs of running your program, or offer advice if something isn’t quite going the way you hoped. Get help with updating budgets, updating spending plans, and your yearly renewal of SDP.
Testimonials
“I have learned a lot from them and they are truly amazing. The way Yadir has helped us navigate through hurdles. I could not imagine anyone else could have. Yadir has both knowledge and patience to help clients like us who are new to the SDP plan.“
from the mother of an SDP Participant
“Last fall we were looking for an IF to help us transition to SDP and we got a referral for Yadir from one of the families.
At our very first meeting, we were impressed with their knowledge of SDP and the whole transition process. SDP can be a very confusing process, with a steep learning curve, especially for families who are already dealing with the challenges of special needs. But Yadir made it easy for us by breaking down the process into manageable steps. They are very professional and extremely organized with their work. Given their vast experience, they are adept at anticipating roadblocks and is able to navigate through the various kinks in the process in a smooth and efficient manner. “
from the parents of an SDP Participant
“They realize the challenges that special needs families face, and goes above and beyond what is expected of them as an IF. Yadir was a huge advocate for our son throughout the SDP process and we felt confident mainly because of their guidance and support. What truly impressed us was the personal touch they bring to every meeting and their hard work in making sure that our son is able to access resources that would give him the best possible opportunity for his personal growth and success. And all this was done with an abundance of patience and a smile. We are truly thankful to Yadir for all their help, and for making this a very comfortable and positive experience for us. I know we would hire them again in a heartbeat if the need arises. “
from the parents of an SDP Participant