Developmental services: caregiver succession.
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Human Services
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- Introduced
- Passed Assembly
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill updates California law regarding developmental services to improve the planning process for caregivers. Specifically, it requires discussions about caregiver succession to occur at the consumer’s 22nd birthday and annually thereafter, as well as upon request from the consumer, primary caregiver, or authorized representative, and when the primary caregiver reaches 55 years of age. Any caregiver succession plan must be documented in the consumer’s individual program plan and reflect the consumer’s wishes and goals, prioritizing independence and supported decision-making.
Key provisions
- Requires discussions about caregiver succession at the consumer’s 22nd birthday and annually thereafter.
- Mandates caregiver succession discussions when the primary caregiver reaches 55 years of age or upon the consumer’s request.
- Requires caregiver succession plans to be documented in the consumer’s individual program plan.
- Ensures caregiver succession plans are person-centered and align with the consumer’s wishes and goals.
- Promotes supported decision-making principles in caregiver succession planning.
- Clarifies that caregiver succession plans do not confer legal authority.
- Defines ‘caregiver succession’ for the purpose of the law.
- Requires regional centers to offer and provide written copies of individual program plans to consumers.
Who is affected
- Individuals with developmental disabilities
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