Posts by Self Advocates Becoming Empowered
Learn How to Become a Peer Supporter of a Person who was Abused
We are teaching these classes to help self-advocates become “peer supporters”. Peer supporters gain information and tools during this course that will help them close the gaps between the person who was hurt and the programs that can help them. We don’t want to replace these programs. We just want to make it easier for…
Read MoreClasses About Sexual Violence
Peer To Peer: Bridging the Gap through Self-Advocacy Here are two resources to use to teach 4 classes about Sexual Violence. Here is a guide for leaders with disabilities on how to teach the classes. There is also a workbook to be used by people taking the classes. The third resource is a manual that…
Read MoreClasses About Domestic Violence
Peer-to-Peer: Bridging the Gap Through Self-Advocacy Here are three resources to use to teach 4 classes about Domestic Violence. Here is a guide for leaders with disabilities on how to teach the classes. There is a workbook to be used by people taking the classes. The third resource is a manual that will help you…
Read MoreMy Voice Counts: Supported Decision Making, An Alternative to Guardianship
This guide will give you ideas in 5 different areas of Supported Decision Making: Understanding Supported Decision Making as an Alternative to Guardianship How to Organize Your Ideas About What You Would Like to Do and What You Might Need How to Choose the Right People to Be a Part of Your Support Team How…
Read MoreHow to Make a Supported Decision-Making Agreement
Supported Decision-Making is a way to get help making choices. Supported Decision-Making means that you make your own choices. You can choose family, friends, or staff who you want to help you make your choices. The people who will help you understand and make your choices are called “supporters”. Supporters are there to help you.…
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