| Scenarios |
Making the Shift |
| Mark wants to go to a concert tonight but he does not know how to get there. The bus route does not go near the concert hall. |
Traditional
Strategy:
Call local transportation providers to schedule an appointment for
a ride. If there are no other providers in the area, or if all providers
are busy, Mark can not go to the concert.
My Voice, My Choice:
Identify in advance Mark's activity preferences and transportation
solutions. For nighttime travel to special events, identify friends,
family members, or other community members who can either transport
or accompany Mark. For last minute activities, have a backup
list of people who are willing to provide transportation on call.
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| Margaret wants to move out of the group home where she is living. She wants to live in an apartment by herself but her current provider tells her that her needs are too significant to make independent living possible. |
Traditional
Strategy:
People with significant disabilities often find that others are
highly resistant to the idea of living on their own. It is just
too costly for most provider agencies.
My Voice, My Choice:
Through the person-centered planning process talk about ways that
Margaret could live independently. Perhaps she could get some help
from family and friends to offset the cost of a full time support
person. With the help of a Support Broker she will be able to negotiate
a rate for a full-time attendant. Her circle of support will explore
all options including living with a roommate and sharing expenses.
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| Nate really wants a job. He does not like going to the adult day program. |
Traditional
Strategy:
Nate's service coordinator tells him that when they submit his budget next year they can talk about alternative placements. But for the time being his plan is approved. Also, the adult day treatment program provides his developmental therapy and residential care. They won't continue to support him if he is not in the Day program.
My Voice, My Choice:
During person-centered planning, identify Nate's preferences and his needs for assistance. Ask what kind of job he would like to do. Contact the local Vocational Rehabilitation Councilor to see if she can assist with locating a job and a job coach. If there is a waiting list, look for a community member who may be able to help support Nate while he is learning a job. While looking for a job placement, identify other things that Nate can be involved in other than going to the adult day program.
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