In episode 10 of Focus on the Future, we talk about decision making and guardianship. In Minnesota, there are many options, including supported decision making, full & limited guardianship, authorized representation, and more. Tune in to hear about what each option means, and how it could be a good fit for the person with a disability and you as a caregiver. Guardianship and its other options are an important piece in honoring choice and defining a life that is fulfilling and meaningful to each individual person.

Resources Mentioned In This Episode

• Guardianship Options (‘webinar’ on Youtube): youtube.com/watch?v=vla29A4xkEk&t=486s
• Arc Guide to Guardianship: arcminnesota.org/resource/arc-guide-to-guardianship
• Supported Decision Making: supportmydecision.org
• Texas’ Supported Decision Making Agreement: thearcoftexas.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/Supported_Decision_Making_For_Families_UPDATED_Jan_2016.pdf

About Focus on the Future
Focus on the Future is a podcast for caregivers and families supporting people with disabilities. In each episode, a conversation about the journey of discovering our best life and how to achieve it. While exploring legal, financial, and quality of life structures, Focus on the Future aims to get back to what matters most: living a fulfilling and meaningful life that is defined by each individual person.

You can find more information about Focus on the Future at arcminnesota.org/podcast. If Episode 10 inspired a question for an Arc Advocate, call The Arc Minnesota at 833.450.1494.

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