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Supported Decision-Making Toolkit

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Your Life, Your Choice: Supported Decision-Making Toolkit

A resource designed for all people, that recognizes their uniqueness and individuality and helps them, their families, and those who support them, throughout their lifespan to make decisions. Presented by: Members of the Supported Decision-Making Coalition. 
Learn how to use this toolkit.

Resources by Life Stage:

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Birth to Kindergarten

Supported Decision-Making resources for individuals ages 0-5.
Birth to Kindergarten
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Early Elementary Years

Supported Decision-Making resources for individuals ages 6-10.
Early Elementary Years
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Middle School Years

Supported Decision-Making resources for individuals for Ages 11-14.
Middle School Years
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High School Years

Supported Decision-Making resources for individuals ages 15-18.

High School Years
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Transition Years

Supported Decision-Making resources for individuals ages 19-25.
Transition Years
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Adult Life

Supported Decision-Making resources for individuals ages 26-61.
Adult Life
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Aging Adults

Supported Decision-Making resources for individuals ages 62+.

Aging Adults
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Additional Resources

More resources impacting all life stages, including videos, information on the termination process, and support agencies.

Find additional resources related to Supported-Decision Making.
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Acronym Guide

Acronyms are used to shorten frequently used names or phrases. You will find common names and terms spelled out in this guide.

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Thank you to the Supported Decision-Making Coalition

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Supported Decision Making Coalition

Since 2018, the Supported Decision-Making Advisory Group has facilitated a small committee made up of representatives from a variety of agencies around the state.  A work group that formed out of this larger group, was the force behind the development of this Supported Decision-Making Toolkit.  Special thanks to the committee members for their time and talents that went into this document's creation.

  • Angela Martin
  • Cathy McRae
  • Jan Lampman
  • Kanika Littleton
  • Shannon Delora
  • Denise Kolakowski
  • Vicki Suder
  • RoAnne Chaney
  • Mary Shehan
  • Jill Gerrie
  • Lisa Winchell-Caldwell
For more information or any questions, please contact Mary Shehan at ShehanM@michigan.gov