SDMNY

A Pathway To Adulthood Using Self-Direction: Transitioning For Independence 2025
2025-05-17 08:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York)
Attendee Registration Deadline – May 15th
SDMNY Project Director Naomi Brickel will be presenting at A Pathway To Adulthood Using Self-Direction: Transitioning For Independence 2025 Conference.
For more information, registration, and schedule, please visit the ELIJA website.

SDMNY Sign-Up Session for Decision-Makers
2025-05-20 18:00 - 19:00, 2025-05-29 18:00 - 19:00, 2025-06-12 18:00 - 19:00, 2025-06-17 18:00 - 19:00, 2025-07-10 18:00 - 19:00
This session is required for individuals who wish to sign up to participate in SDMNY’s facilitation process to create a Supported Decision-Making Agreement. Attendance by the Individual is required. Parents/Caregivers/Guardians are welcome to attend the session with the DM to provide support. Decision-Makers will learn about what to expect in the SDMNY facilitation process, including their own responsibilities, and will have the opportunity to sign-up to participate.
RSVP required via the below link.

General Information Session to Learn More about SDMNY
2025-05-22 16:00 - 17:00, 2025-06-03 09:30 - 10:30, 2025-06-11 09:30 - 10:30, 2025-06-17 16:00 - 17:00, 2025-07-10 16:00 - 17:00
These Information Sessions are held on Zoom and are for anyone who wishes to learn more about supported decision-making (SDM), and the SDMNY facilitation process. Appropriate for Individuals who are considering creating their own SDM agreement, or for parents, guardians, service providers and others who wish to learn more. Includes time for Q&A.
RSVP required via the below link.

YAI’s Family Advisory Counsel presents EMPOWERED CHOICES: NAVIGATING SUPPORTED DECISIONMAKING FOR FAMILIES
2025-05-27 17:00 - 18:00
Supported decision-making (SDM) is a now well recognized practice by which people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) are able to make their own decisions with the support of trusted persons in their lives and retain all their legal and civil rights. This virtual session, led by Supported Decision Making NY, is for any parent or guardian who wishes to learn more about SDM and will include time for Q&A.
Event Flyer
Zoom link: yai.community/FACmeeting
Meeting ID: 818 3830 4081
Passcode: [REDACTED]
