This toolkit is designed for individuals and families who are beginning to self-direct or considering self-directing their services. These videos are an introduction to self-direction and the many benefits available to those who choose more choice and control over their services. A glossary of all terms used in the following videos can be found here.
Self-Direction Toolkit
Elevance Health supports the work of Applied Self-Direction by sponsoring this webinar series.
Introduction ⋀
What Is Self-Direction? ⋀
This video provides an introduction to self-direction and how it differs from traditional services. For more information, view the accompanying handout here.
Who Supports Me in Self-Direction? ⋀
This video provides information about the supports available to individuals self-directing including case managers, Financial Management Services agencies, and sometimes support brokers. For more information, view the accompanying handout here.
Managing Scheduling & Spending ⋀
This video provides information how to schedule workers in self-direction and the rules that participants need to follow when managing their budgets. For more information, view the accompanying handout here.
Hiring Workers ⋀
This video provides information on how to hire workers in self-direction by discussing who to consider for potential employees and what to do in the interview process. For more information, view the accompanying handout here.
Managing Workers ⋀
This video provides information on how to manage workers in self-direction, including how to recognize problems and handle conflict. For more information, view the accompanying handout here.
Fraud, Abuse, & Neglect ⋀
This video provides information on how to identify fraud, abuse, and neglect as well as who to contact for support. For more information, view the accompanying handout here.