Article Publication Date:
1/31/2007
Summary:
These guidelines were written to ensure that people with disabilities receive the support and assistance they need to fully contribute to NASDDDS sponsored activities, however the issues, challenges, and solutions offered are universally applicable to the involvement of all self advocates. This document provides a framework for involving recipients of state-funded developmental disabilities services in meetings and activities in an effort to obtain their valuable expertise perspective.
Topics:
Stakeholder Involvement
Populations:
Developmental/Intellectual Disabilities
Sources:
NASDDDS
Programs/Initiatives:
N/A
States:
Keywords:
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Surrogate or Substitute Decision Making; Informed Choice; Code of Ethics; People First Language; Self-advocate Responsibilities; Checklist for Involving People with Developmental Disabilities in Meetings and Presentations;
Contact
National Association of State Directors of Developmental Disabilities Services NASDDDS
Phone:
703-683-4202
Short URL: http://www.advancingstates.org/node/51112