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Future Planning Success Stories
Watch these videos to learn more about individuals who are on the right track toward future planning.
Team Building, Getting a Job, Choosing a Home, and Community Engagement
Team Building:
The Colby Act
Watch Colby navigate many of his big decisions and future plans through practicing Supported Decision Making. With well timed advice from team members, Colby has constant input as he needs it from trustworthy friends and family who meet with him regularly and are available with a text, phone or facetime call as needed.
Supported Decision Making 2022
Kim and Colby discuss their journey toward team building. Learn about the value of creating a team of supportive decision makers as the least restrictive alternative to a court appointed guardianship.
Interview with Terrika Shaw
ADAP’s Elder Law Attorney, Terrika Shaw begins a 4 part video series on Supported Decision making and Alabama’s SDM Law known as The Colby Act. See all 4 interviews for a well rounded answer and question series on protective orders.
Supported Decision making in Action: Meet Colby’s Dream Team
Watch Colby as he interacts with team members and discusses their support roles. While this was a video demonstration, the team members and discussion points reflect a typical guided conversation they would have as they meet in person throughout the year.
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