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Office of the Ombudsperson for Self-Determination

DDS presentation on the role of the Ombudsperson for Self Determination in English and...

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Self-Determination Advisory Committee

Next SDP Local Advisory Committee Meeting: Wednesday June 10, 2026 (Only through Zoom for this special instance) 4:00 p.m.-5:30 p.m. Join us in person at TCRC Santa Barbara Join us via Zoom by clicking here Committee Members: Christopher Benedict / Co-Chair...

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Self-Determination Advisory Committee Agendas

Meeting Schedule Next meeting on Thursday March 26, 2026 from 4 p.m.-5:30 p.m. Join on Zoom: https://tcrc.zoom.us/j/82939099740 *Meeting ID: 829 3909 9740 Join in person: Tri-Counties Regional Center – 520 E Montecito St. Santa Barbara, CA 93103...

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Self-Determination Advisory Committee Minutes

Meeting Schedule Next meeting on Thursday March 26, 2026 from 4 p.m.-5:30 p.m. Join on Zoom: https://tcrc.zoom.us/j/82939099740 *Meeting ID: 829 3909 9740 Join in person: Tri-Counties Regional Center – 520 E Montecito St. Santa Barbara, CA 93103 2026...

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Self-Determination Program Eligibility

To participate in the Self Determination Program, a person...

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Self-Determination Resources for Person Centered Thinking and Planning

One Page Profile Resources: Person Centered Planning Resources: Other Helpful Resources: Department of Developmental Services (DDS)...

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Self-Determination Resources on the DDS Site

The Department of Developmental Services (DDS) web site has great information about the Self-Determination program including a video, frequently asked questions and training materials.  The links below contain information on the current status...