Welcome to
In The Driver's Seat
Self-Directed Services offer people with developmental disabilities and their families the opportunity to map out their future, be in control of their own lives and provide them a path to live a life that many of us take for granted. We know that the process can seem daunting. In the Driver’s Seat is your trusted guide through the Self Direction process. In the Driver’s Seat provides tools and resources under one roof to effectively navigate Self-Directed Services so that now YOU are In the Driver’s Seat.
Meet Jeiri Flores
Jeiri (pronounced Jay-dee) Flores is skilled at challenging ableist assumptions held by our society about people with disabilities through her expertise and through her lived experience. Jeiri chose to utilize Self-Direction so that she would have the freedom to choose the services she needs to live a life that works best for her. Look for Jeiri and her pal Carrie Baker in the next few weeks as they interview each other about their thoughts about Self-Direction. Jeiri can be followed on Twitter @jeiri_flores.
Diversity is great. Inclusion is where we are. But where we really need to get to is BELONGING.
- Asif Sadiq
Join Connect
A private online community developed to “connect” us to one another so we can:
- Ask each other questions – we all benefit from sharing knowledge and experiences
- Find out what’s going on in your region
- Look for staff
- And more
Video links provided to walk you through the simple sign-up process. Join Connect Today!
Click Here to join Connect by In The Driver's Seat - a private online community for Self-Direction.
First Gear is a great place to get you started. Click here for more information.
Our PDF Road Map contains directions and links to more information on the path to Self-Direction.
Popular Resources
Albany County Public Libraries
Join a book club, attend a Tea Party. check out a new author, borrow a Board Game or go on a StoryWalk. So much to do at the Albany County Libraries!
Regions: Central
New York State Home of Your Own
OPWDD provides supports for you to live at home or in a home in your community so you can be as independent as possible.
Regions: finger-lakes, nys, western