Alternatives to Guardianship of the Person
Supported Decision-Making (SDM)
A model for supporting people with disabilities (often cognitive disabilities) to make significant decisions and exercise their legal capacity. Specific decisions are addressed, weighted, and concluded by the person with the disability while drawing on the support of a network of people or an individual. While this model is offered throughout the country, it is not a legal decision-making method in the State of New York. Click here for information about New York State’s pilot project on Supported Decision Making in New York.
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