Person-Centered Planning: Research, Practice, and Future Directions

In this essential guide, more than forty experts from diverse specialties--including psychology, community inclusion, behavior analysis, and professional development--examine from every angle the innovative concept of person-centered planning. They reveal the best ways that a service team can get to know an individual's interests and dreams to help that person realize life-improving possibilities. Readers will - discover concrete ways that person-centered planning improves the lives of individuals with different levels of disabilities living in various environments - get detailed instructions to help professionals assess an individual's preferences - learn how person-centered planning can reduce challenging behavior - find professional development strategies for staff adopting person-centered planning Supported by quantitative and qualitative research, this enlightening book gives professional a complete picture of the challenges and benefits person-centered planning can bring--and equips them with strategies for making it work.