Supported Decision Making: An Alternative to Guardianship

This presentation provides a brief history of Supported Decision Making (SDM) and will address the evolution and current state of Supported Decision Making in New York State. We discuss how the Supported Decision Making Agreement can be a less restrictive and empowering alternative to guardianship.

The presentation addresses how a Supported Decision Making Agreement can provide a legal form of support for the Decision Maker and for those with whom the Decision Maker DM enters into agreements. We walk through the facilitation process that ultimately results in the Supported Decision Making Agreement. Lastly, the presentation offers additional resources to attendees, as well as how to make a referral to Supported Decision Making New York.