Supported Decision Making: An Alternative to Guardianship

In special education, by a student’s 17^th birthday, IEP Teams are required to have a discussion around decision-making rights. NH now recognizes Supported Decision Making (SDM) as a legal option and alternative to full guardianship. In this video, Terry Ohlson-Martin, Executive Director of NH Family Voices, speaks about preparing for and using SDM as a safe alternative to full guardianship.