DDS Just Dropped Its “Reasonable Rate” Definition — Here’s How It Affects Your SDP Budget
Have you ever been told a support is "too expensive" without anyone fully looking at what it actually does for […]
Senate Subcommittee 3 Backs Continued LVAC Funding for the Self-Determination Program (SDP)
Local Volunteer Advisory Committees are one of the most practical, community-led tools we have to make SDP real, especially for people
Become a Certified Independent Facilitator, For Free! Taft College Launching Fall 2026 Certificate
Ever feel like you need a secret decoder ring to navigate the California Self-Determination Program (SDP)? You aren’t alone. Between
The Fight to keep SDP Local Volunteer Advisory Funding: Assembly Hearing Recap
Have you ever looked at a state budget and thought, “Wow, this really could make my life harder”? Same. On
Independent Facilitator vs. DIY: Which Path to Self-Determination is Right for You?
So, you’ve decided to make the jump into the California Self-Determination Program (SDP). That is a huge milestone! You are
New State-Wide Orientation for SDP: What You Need to Know Starting April 1, 2026
Starting April 1, 2026, SDP orientation is offered only through the State Council on Developmental Disabilities (SCDD). That means you
Welcome to the Self-Determination Institute Blog: Your Guide to Self-Direction
Hey there! Welcome to the very first post on the Self-Determination Institute blog. We are so glad you’re here. Whether