Supported Decision Making

SDM, or Supported Decision Making, is a concept we're all familiar with in some way. Before making decisions, we ask our friends, families, and professionals for help, but it is also a lifestyle for people with disabilities to grow their independence in adulthood.

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Garrett's Story

SDM allows those with disabilities to actively make decisions that affect them, with some support. One person who uses SDM on a daily basis is Garrett from Maine, and his experiences with SDM is explained in his story, found here on YouTube.  

Young Workers: SkillUp NJ

New Jersey workers can now access over 5,000 free online Skillsoft courses via the SkillUp New Jersey training program. The free online learning program offers over 5,000 soft skill programs such as Customer Service, Microsoft Office, Time Management, and more. Various high-demand industry sectors offer courses, including information technology, business analysis, customer service, project management, and digital literacy. 

How often do you use Supported Decision Making? What are some examples of SDM? Let us know in the comments below! 

Resources...

Link to SPAN's website: www.spanadvocacy.org
Link to SPAN's Youth in the Know Resource Page: Youth in the Know
We're here for you! Call SPAN if you need assistance: 1-800-654-7726