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Making My Own Choice-Transition
The Choices Project is a specially designed tool that was developed for use during a Developmental Center closure to help residents communicate what is important to them about their home and leisure time activities. The information may be included in their transition plans.
- Making My Own Choice Booklet (PDF)
- Making My Own Choice Slideshow Presentation (PowerPoint)
Making My Own Choice Videos (DDS YouTube Channel)
Video 1: Making My Own Choices – Billy and Brian Living with a Family
This in an example of a Family Teaching home. This is a home where people learn independent living skills where they are included in a small family setting.
Video 2: Making My Own Choices – Tony's Apartment
This person has their own place with supports coming in to their home.
Video 3: Making My Own Choices – Kyle's Own Room in a Group Home
This is an example of a care home setting where a person may have a roommate or have their own room.
Video 4: Making My Own Choices – Elizabeth's Shared Room
This is an example of a home for people with special healthcare needs.