Supported Decision Making, Guardianship, and APS: What’s Choice Got to Do With It?

Source: APS Technical Assistance Resource Center

Published: 2019

Summary:

There are no studies proving people are safer under guardianship, but many show the benefits of self-determination in avoiding and reducing maltreatment of vulnerable adults. Supported Decision Making recognizes that all people need help in making decisions; this session will discuss approaches that APS workers can use to address vulnerabilities while supporting a person’s decision making, reducing unnecessary guardianships.

Slides

Speakers:Jonathan Martinis, Senior Director for Law and Policy, Burton Blatt Institute at Syracuse UniversityAnita Raymond, Program Manager, Center for Excellence in Supported Decision Making and Care Management & Consultation Programs, Volunteers of America MN

Link: Supported Decision Making, Guardianship, and APS: What’s Choice Got to Do With It?

Topics: Cognition/Capacity, Multidisciplinary Teams

Access: Web-based

Intended Use: Self-directed Learning

Audience: Social Services

Level: Advanced, Basic

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