Supported Health Care Decision-Making

Like all of us, people with disabilities may need support to understand health information, communicate with their clinicians and manage their daily health needs. Using Supported Health Care Decision-Making, adults with disabilities can name trusted supporters to help them access health care, understand medical information and make medical decisions. 
>>READ OUR GUIDE! "Partners in Health: Implementing Supported Healthcare Decision-Making for Users of Augmentative and Alternative Communication"
 
Video from the WITH Foundation

Bridging the Gap: Improving Healthcare Access for People with Disabilities

Supported Decision-Making: Gabby's Story

Links to Supported Decision-Making Information

National Resource Center for Supported Decision-Making