The box below shows the areas where most adults are capable of making independent decisions.
Some adults with developmental disabilities will be able to make independent decisions for themselves in all of these areas, and some will not. There is no right or wrong answer to this question, and it is important that we are able to direct you to the best solution for your situation.
Some adults with developmental disabilities will be able to make independent decisions for themselves in all of these areas, and some will not. There is no right or wrong answer to this question, and it is important that we are able to direct you to the best solution for your situation.
Areas of Independent Decision Making
- The ability to determine where you live
- The ability to make good informed treatment decisions
- The ability to make good decisions about your social environment and activities you participate in
- The ability to make good decisions managing any benefits you receive
- The ability to manage your own accounts and services, and to manage any property or items you own
Please note - There is a difference between not being capable of making independent decisions in an area, and not having the life experience to make good decisions yet. Many young adults with developmental disabilities are capable in many areas but just don't have the experience to consistently make good decisions.
For this page please judge whether or not you feel they are capable of making decisions in an area.
For this page please judge whether or not you feel they are capable of making decisions in an area.
What is the right solution?
Based on the areas of independent decision making above, which option best describes the decision making ability of the adult with developmental disabilities? This answer will help determine the solution that we recommend for your situation.
