Self Determination Program

Independent Facilitator Services

  • Person Centered Plan development

  • Self Determination Transitioning

  • Continuous Independent Facilitator Support

  • Consultation

  • Expert Services

Our independent facilitators will assist in developing your Person Centered Plan for the Self Determination Program. Our Independent Facilitators collaborate with your Regional Center to provide services, advocacy, resource development, spending plan services, and ongoing services to manage your plan. Our Independent Facilitators will support you throughout the SDP process from transitioning to SDP, developing resources, selecting services, to locating a Financial Management Service that meets your spending plan needs.

Independent Facilitator fees are paid for by the Regional Center for transitioning to SDP, and your developed budget funds pay for ongoing facilitator services.

Person Centered Plan

The Person Centered Plan (PCP) development, the PCP focuses on the individual’s unique needs, preferences, and goals, promoting their active involvement in decision-making about their life and services. Person Centered Planning involves collaboration with family, friends, and professionals, creating a holistic support system tailored to enhance the person's quality of life. The PCP identifies needs and services that your circle of support, independent facilitator, and Regional Center use to develop your program plan. Kern Integration Support Specialist can help you develop the PCP the best represents you and identifies how the Regional Center can best support you.

Self Determination Transition

Five simple steps facilitated by Kern Integration Support Services:

  • Complete the Person Centered Plan

  • Collaborate with Regional Center to develop an individualized budget

  • Develop resources and locate services needed to meet your goals

  • Select a Financial Management Service that will implement your Spending Plan

  • Transition to Self Determination