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DVU Resources

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Self-Determination Program Explainer Videos

Click here to find all of our short explainer videos on SDP in one playlist.

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Self-Determination Program Knowledge Base

Learn more about DDS Directives, LVAC meetings, etc. by exploring our SDP Knowledge Base.

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Financial Management Service List

We offer detailed information on all available financial management service (FMS) providers.

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Acronym Glossary

Our glossary features a list of acronyms related to intellectual and developmental disabilities.

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Bookstore

Shop for any our guidebooks we wrote on SDP.

Outside Resources

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Department of Developmental Services Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

You can find a list of Frequently Asked Questions about the Self-Determination Program on the Department of Developmental Services website.

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SDP Ombudsperson

The Office of the Self-Determination Program Ombudsperson (Office) is an independent entity within the Department of Developmental Services (DDS) that helps regional center clients and their families fully participate in the Self-Determination Program (SDP). They provide information and assistance to resolve disagreements.

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Find Service Providers

Looking for service providers? You can find a growing list of the ones we found and organized into categories.

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