self-determination

l hear people tell me to think creatively, outside the box. Social workers are especially fond of this. That is a lot easier said than done, I am a plain […]

What I enjoy most about Self-Advocacy are fraternity and solidarity. This is especially true during the Pandemic and shelter-in-place. Seeing people united for a single goal is very inspiring to

The end of 2021 is rapidly coming up. I don’t know where the year has gone. With all this sheltering in place, time seems to zoom by. A lot has

We are now in the midst of the holiday season with good cheer, festivities, and merriment. This season has enthusiasm and promises, of hope and peace. You have worked so

People call me a dreamer. I live for what might be. I don’t want to settle for what is. This does not mean all my dreams come true. Many of

Today was the day of the big conference. It was held in the Doubletree Hotel in Mission Vallely, a very beautiful and modern hotel. I attended presentations by first-rate speakers

Wow! This is cool! I can’t believe it. These are the words that come to mind when you first start getting services in Self-Determination. After waiting for so long and

I try to live a thankful life every day of the year because each day is a gift to be celebrated. Thanksgiving is a special day to recognize all the

Diversity, dignity, and respect are three of the most important words to the Self-Advocacy Movement. No two people have the exact same condition and how it affects them differs from

I can clearly say that my Self-Determination Plan has been a work in progress. It started as a simple rollover of my traditional plan. It was quick and simple to