The Source for Self-Direction

Honoring choice, navigating complexity.
We provide trusted expertise to develop responsive policies and programs.

What Drives Us

We are a mission-driven organization with one goal: to advance self-direction.

What we provide

Consulting Services

We offer a practical approach to support government, providers, and other stakeholders in self-directed services. Leverage expert guidance tailored to your needs.

National Conference

As the only nationwide conference dedicated to self-direction, this premier event connects participants, program administrators, providers, and other experts from across the country to share best practices. Don’t miss this opportunity!

Education & Resources

Search our collection of reports, policy briefs, trainings, research papers, and past webinars. Our library is your go-to resource for all things related to self-direction.

Self-Direction Programs

Every state in the US has at least one self-direction program.

Find a program near you

events

Dec 12th | 1:00 pm EST

Preparing for Year-End 2024

National Inventory of Self-Directed Long-Term Services and Supports Programs

With support from AARP, we conducted an extensive national inventory of self-direction programs in the United States. The research revealed eight key findings on the growth of self-direction, along with data on program expansion and ideas for future policy development.

Review the latest data

Self-direction has improved my life by allowing me to make my own decisions. I get to pick and choose my caregivers, go out in the community, and have a voice in all aspects of my life. - Maggie

news

Nov 7th

Parents push for pause of new policy affecting care for disabled children

Nov 5th

CDCS unbundling project implementation and policy changes