The State Council on Developmental Disabilities (SCDD) can appoint an Authorized Representative for free to support people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) when there’s no parent, guardian, or conservator available.
An Authorized Representative supports the person in:
- Sharing their wants and needs
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- Taking part in Individual Program Plan (IPP) meetings
- Navigating services and supports
- Speaking up for their rights
Authorized Representatives do not make decisions for the person or sign legal documents on their behalf. Their role is to stand beside the person, not in place of them.
SCDD has a one-page guide that explains:
- What an Authorized Representative is
- When and how SCDD appoints one
- Steps to get started
Download the One-Page Authorized Representative Guide.
For more information, contact your local SCDD regional office.