DDS Resources, Info and Updates
DDS Online SDP Resources
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 and background of the Self-Determination Program. Updates will be posted as we progress towards implementation. If you have questions, comments, or want to be notified of updates, please e-mail sdp@dds.ca.gov.
- Department of Developmental Services (DDS) Home Page
- DDS Self-Determination Page
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Implementation Updates
- List of Service Definitions
- Program Directives
- Training and Other Materials
- Confirm you are on the list
- Questions? Email sdp@dds.ca.gov
DDS SDP Information
New "Office of SDP Ombudsperson" Created to Assist Individuals & Families
The Department of Developmental Services (DDS) is pleased to announce that Katie Hornberger has been appointed as the Acting Ombudsperson for the Self-Determination Program (SDP). Ms. Hornberger comes to DDS from Disability Rights California where she was the Director of the Office of Clients’ Rights Advocacy.
The Acting Ombudsperson will address SDP questions and concerns while the new Office of the SDP Ombudsperson is being set up and permanently staffed pursuant to Welfare and Institutions Code section 4685.9.
Visit the new SDP Ombudsperson website here
On the new website you will find:
- Information about the office
- Information about Katie
- A form to fill out if you need help
- The Ombudsperson Office e-mail address (SDP.Ombudsperson@dds.ca.gov) and toll-free phone number (1.877.658.9731)
All inquiries to the Ombudsperson Office are confidential. Informational meetings with regional centers, parent groups and other interested parties are being scheduled to help educate everyone about the new office.
View a presentation on the Office of the Ombudsperson for Self-Determination
DDS SDP Updates
SDP - Goods and Services (01.13.22)
In alignment with the key principles of the Self-Determination Program (SDP), participants have the authority to control an individual budget to purchase needed services and supports to achieve their Individual Program Plan (IPP) goals. The purpose of this correspondence is to provide additional guidance regarding goods and services in the SDP. Read the entire letter from DDS
Self-Determination Program: Individual Budget Development and Certification Tool and Spending Plan Frequently Asked Questions (01.28.22)
Self-Determination Program (SDP): Regional Center Payment of Financial Management Services for SDP Participants (07.27.22)
Self-Determination Program: Initial Person-Centered Plan and Pre-Enrollment Transition Supports Guidance (07.28.22)
Self-Determination Program: Standardized Vendorization Packet for Pre-Enrollment Supports (03.20.23)
Self-Determination Program: Financial Management Services Revised Rates (04.26.23)
Self-Determination Program: Final Extension of Initial Person-Centered Plan and Pre-Enrollment Transition Supports (06.30.23)
