guardianship

General DS Information Independence

Guardianship Myths

This graphic discusses the myths about guardianship that people with IDD and their families should…

Kim WarrenDecember 19, 2023

General DS Information Independence

Future Decisions

This graphic discusses why a person with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and their family…

Kim WarrenDecember 19, 2023

General DS Information Independence

Decision-Making Supports

This graphic discusses the different types of decision-making supports available.Source: The Arc

Kim WarrenDecember 19, 2023

General DS Information

Financial Tips and Strategies to Plan a Great Life, MDSC 2023

This video discusses financial planning for families of individuals with special needs. Source: Massachusetts Down…

Kim WarrenDecember 15, 2023

General DS Information Independence

Guardianship: Less Restrictive Options

Guardianship should be a last resort because it removes the individual’s legal rights and restricts…

Kim WarrenNovember 1, 2023

Independence

myDSC Webinar Series – Young Adults & Independence: Lessons Learned from Families

Author of "Beyond Down Syndrome", Steve Friedman, his daughter and self-advocate Gwendolyn Friedman, and National…

Kim WarrenSeptember 18, 2023

Resources for Professionals

Considering Dignity of Risk in the Care of People with Intellectual Disabilities: A Clinical Perspective

The dignity of risk implies respect for individuals' right to make their own decisions, to…

Kim WarrenJune 15, 2023

General DS Information Independence

Guardianship

Whether you decide to obtain guardianship for your child is an individual family decision that…

Kim WarrenJune 13, 2023

General DS Information Independence

Alternatives to Guardianship

Families trying to decide what level of support would work best for their adult family…

Kim WarrenJune 13, 2023

General DS Information

Steps to Accessing Adult Services and Supports

While special education services are an entitlement, adult services are based on eligibility and availability…

Capetivate capetivateAugust 16, 2021

guardianship

Guardianship Myths

Future Decisions

Decision-Making Supports

myDSC Webinar Series – Young Adults & Independence: Lessons Learned from Families

Steps to Accessing Adult Services and Supports

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