Yes, it is possible to direct your son or daughter's service. 

 

Core information from Department of Developmental Services is available at https://www.dds.ca.gov/services/supported-living-services/

 

Becoming a provider requires multiple steps that we cover at the Parent-Directed Supported Living Training workshops.

 

Things to consider:

• You are on call 24/7 but aren't you anyway?

• A corporation of some sort will need to be established.

• You will not be able to be a non-profit agency if you begin your agency only for your child.

• You will need to have start-up funds.

• A comprehensive service design needs to be written and approved by the regional center from which your child receives services.

• Once all requirements are met, you may become a vendorized agency. http://www.dds.ca.gov/Rates/Vendor_FAQ.cfm

 

What can we do for you?

 

• Attend a 5-hour workshop to learn about the pros/cons of doing it yourself.

• Identify the necessities of starting up. 

• Sharing of multiple documents and ideas that lessen the demand for startups.

• Come to your California location to do this training in your area.

• Limited consultation is available at $75/hr. 

 

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