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Disability Voices United — Supported Decision‑Making Handbook for Parents of Adults with Developmental Disabilities in California (updated June 2025)

Resource Type: Guide, PDF
Audience: Family Members, Financial Professionals, Health Professionals, Legal Professionals, Regional Center Staff, School Personnel, Transition Specialists
Format: Pdf

A comprehensive, plain‑language handbook that explains California law, practical steps, templated forms, and real stories to help parents support adult children using Supported Decision‑Making (SDM). 

Combines: concise legal explanation of AB 1663 and related reforms; practical guidance for healthcare, education, finances, voting, and interactions with law enforcement; concrete “how‑to” steps to form a circle of support; and a robust Appendix of ready‑to‑use sample documents (SDM Agreement, Durable Health Care POA, Durable Financial POA, HIPAA and education/ regional center disclosure forms, representative‑payee guidance, health passport and SUPPORT tip sheet).

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