Self-Directed Services

Self-Directed Services (SDS) empowers people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) to live life on their terms by taking the lead in designing supports that reflect their unique goals, interests, and needs. From selecting staff to shaping daily routines and directing budgets that fund meaningful activities and support, SDS transforms services from a “one-size-fits-all” approach into a deeply personal pathway toward independence. Hire a trusted neighbor as staff, take an art class that sparks joy, or schedule the day in a way that works best for you. SDS provides people with I/DD with the tools and authority to create lives filled with connection, self-confidence, and purpose.