01 / YOUR VISION
Person-Centered
Planning
A plan that starts with the person. Together, we’ll explore interests, strengths, goals, and support needs to create a meaningful Person-Centered Plan.
Independent Facilitation • Se habla español
Your path.
Your choices.
A little guidance
along the way.
Navigating the Self-Determination Program can feel like a lot. You don’t have to figure it out alone. I’ll help you turn your family’s goals into a personalized plan, one step at a time.
Personalized support for California individuals and families.
Your goals. Your voice.
Support at every step.
A plan as unique as you are.
✦ Person-centered support✦ English & Español✦ Los Angeles & Inland Empire
A little clarity. A lot of possibility.
Big goals start with
the right support.
Whether you’re just getting started or already participating in SDP, we’ll work together to make your next steps feel more manageable.
Person-Centered
02 / YOUR PLAN
Budget & Spending
Plan Support
Let’s bring the details together. I’ll help organize your proposed services, develop your spending plan, and coordinate with your regional center and FMS.
03 / YOUR NEXT CHAPTER
Ongoing Independent
Facilitation
Support that grows with you. From meetings and service coordination to renewals and plan revisions, I’ll help you keep moving toward your goals.
Understanding your funding
How my services are paid for
Person-Centered Planning (PCP) & pre-transition support: Paid for by the regional center.
Ongoing Independent Facilitation · Service Code 340: Paid for from the participant’s Self-Determination Program (SDP) budget.
Hi, I’m Monica.Your Independent Facilitator
A real person in your corner
You know your family.
I’ll help you navigate
the process.
I’m Monica Burton, founder of Guided Path Consulting and a bilingual Independent Facilitator. I work alongside individuals and families to build plans that reflect what matters most to them.
My role is to help you understand your options, organize the details, and feel supported through the Self-Determination Program, from the first conversation to the next chapter.
English & EspañolCal-IF Member
Let’s get to know each other More choice. More possibility.
What could
self-determination
look like for you?
California’s Self-Determination Program gives eligible regional center participants more choice and control over their services and supports.
It’s an opportunity to create a plan around your goals, interests, and everyday life. I’ll help you explore your options and work through the details with your regional center.
A voice in your own services
Explore providers and supports that fit your needs and preferences.
A plan built around your life
Connect your individual goals with meaningful supports and community opportunities.
Guidance through the details
Get help with planning, coordination, and the steps involved in putting your plan into action.
One step at a time
Your SDP journey,
made a little clearer.
Seven simple steps to get started. More choice, more flexibility, and a plan that fits your life.
1
Complete the SDP Orientation (Two Parts)
Attend the required Self-Determination Program (SDP) orientation offered by the State Council on Developmental Disabilities (SCDD). Part A and Part B: each session is approximately 2 hours.
2
Discover Your Goals
Work with your Independent Facilitator (IF) to create a Person-Centered Plan (PCP) that reflects what’s important to you and the support you need to live the life you want.
3
Explore Your Supports
Meet with your Independent Facilitator (IF) to identify and review the services and supports that can help you reach your goals.
4
Understand Your Budget
Your Regional Center will review and establish your Individual Budget (IB) based on the services and supports in your Person-Centered Plan.
5
Build Your Team
Choose a Financial Management Service (FMS) and decide who will help provide your supports, such as vendors or employees.
6
Create Your Spending Plan
Work with your Independent Facilitator (IF) to develop your Spending Plan. This outlines how you will use your budget to meet your individual needs and goals.
7
Begin Your SDP Journey!
Once your Spending Plan is approved and your start date is confirmed (usually the 1st of the month), you can begin using your funds and services to live your plan!
Connected to your community
Supporting families across Southern California.
Inland · IRCSan Gabriel / Pomona · SGPRCSouth Central Los Angeles · SCLARCWestside · WRCNorth Los Angeles County · NLACRCFrank D. Lanterman · FDLRC
Don’t see your regional center? Let’s talk about how I may be able to help.
A few things you might be wondering.
Can you help if we’ve already started SDP?
Yes. I can help with ongoing Independent Facilitation, spending plan revisions, renewals, and coordination. Reach out and we can discuss where you are in the process.
Do you work with Spanish-speaking families?
Yes! I work with families in English and Spanish. Podemos hablar sobre sus metas, sus preguntas y los próximos pasos en el idioma que le resulte más cómodo.
Which regional centers are you vendored with?
Guided Path Consulting is vendored with the following regional centers:
- Inland Regional Center (IRC)
- San Gabriel/Pomona Regional Center (SGPRC)
- South Central Los Angeles Regional Center (SCLARC)
- Westside Regional Center (WRC)
- North Los Angeles County Regional Center (NLACRC)
- Frank D. Lanterman Regional Center (FDLRC)
If your regional center isn’t listed, please use the inquiry form below to ask about support.
How are your services funded?
Person-Centered Planning (PCP) and pre-transition support are paid for by the regional center. Ongoing Independent Facilitation under Service Code 340 is paid for from the participant’s Self-Determination Program (SDP) budget.
What should I do first?
Complete the inquiry form below or give me a call. Tell me your regional center and whether you’re new to SDP or already participating, and we’ll talk about your next step.
Let’s find your next step
You don’t have to
do this alone.
Have questions? Feeling stuck? Or just ready to get started? I’d love to hear about your family and what you’re hoping for.
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