What do we mean when we say “taking control of my life”?

Taking control of my life my might mean:

  • Making decisions about where I live and who I live with
  • Making decisions about support services and support staff
  • Making decisions about my daily schedule and routines
  • Making decisions about social relationships
  • Making decisions about my healthcare

And many more…

Some ways of taking control are:

  • manage your own supports through Self-Determination
  • find an agency that promotes real choice and control
  • become your own guardian

If you want help with this, you can:

  • see if a family member or friend will help
  • see if an agency staff person will help
  • ask a family member, friend, or staff person to help with Person-Centered Planning and a Circle of Support