“My Life My Way" provides compassionate, person-centered support to individuals with developmental disabilities. From individualized planning and coordination to inclusive social and community engagement, we empower people to live meaningful lives on their own terms.”
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We ensure individuals with developmental disabilities have inclusive opportunities to engage in meaningful and enjoyable activities such as art, music, sports, games, community events, and nature outings—all tailored to their interests and goals. These experiences build life and social skills, boost confidence, and foster independence. Through active participation, individuals form friendships, strengthen communication, and deepen community connections—promoting emotional well-being, reducing isolation, and supporting a joyful, purposeful life.
Person-Centered Planning and On-Going Supports
At My Life My Way SDS, 024 Person-Centered Planning and 099 Ongoing Supports work together to help each individual lead a self-directed, meaningful life. PCP identifies a person’s goals, preferences, and strengths, while 099 provides the ongoing guidance and coordination needed to turn those goals into action. Our approach follows DDS, Title 17, ABA, and HCBS Final Rule standards—ensuring services remain person-led, compliant, and empowering. By combining planning with consistent follow-up, we help individuals build independence, self-advocacy, and lasting community connections.
My Life My Way SDS provides Supported Living (SLS) and Independent Living (ILS) services that empower individuals with developmental disabilities to live safely and independently in their homes and communities. Our team designs personalized support plans focused on building life skills, self-reliance, and meaningful community participation. We believe true independence grows through trust, respect, and consistent support. Our trained staff encourage decision-making, problem-solving, and self-advocacy while ensuring safety and stability. By combining skill development with emotional and social support, we help each person create a life that reflects their values, preferences, and goals.
Our mission is to educate and empower individuals with developmental disabilities through personalized, learning opportunities. We are committed to building knowledge, confidence, and independence in every step of their journey.
We believe in empowerment and giving individuals the tools, support, and confidence to make informed choices and take control of their own lives. At My Life My Way SDS, we believe every person who can has the right to lead with their strengths and create a future that reflects their goals and values.
Choice is the foundation of independence, giving individuals the freedom to shape their own lives. At My Life My Way SDS, we honor each person’s right to make decisions that reflect their unique goals, preferences, and values.
Participants have the authority to make decisions about their lives, services, and supports, ensuring their voice leads every step of the process.
Are essential for helping individuals with developmental disabilities succeed in reaching their goals. At My Life My Way S, we identify a variety of person-centered tools such as communication aids, visual schedules, budgeting templates, goal-tracking charts, and adaptive technology. These tools are tailored to each individual's needs and are used to support daily living, promote independence, enhance decision-making, and build essential life skills. By offering practical, accessible resources, we empower participants to take control of their journey and thrive in their chosen paths.
Responsibility is a vital part of personal growth and independence. It involves being accountable for one’s choices, actions, and goals while understanding the impact those choices have on oneself and others. For individuals with developmental disabilities, taking responsibility can be empowering—it builds confidence, encourages self-advocacy, and fosters a deeper sense of purpose. Whether it’s learning to manage daily tasks, participate in planning meetings, or make informed decisions, responsibility is a skill that grows with support, guidance, and practice. At My Life My Way SDS, we believe in nurturing responsibility through person-centered support and education. We work alongside individuals to help them develop the skills needed to take ownership of their lives in meaningful ways. Our team encourages active participation, goal setting, and self-reflection, creating opportunities for individuals to experience success and learn from challenges. By promoting responsibility, we help build stronger, more confident individuals who are prepared to lead empowered and self-directed lives.
Community integration is about ensuring individuals with developmental disabilities are fully included and actively participating in all aspects of community life. This means having equal access to housing, education, employment, social activities, and public spaces—just like anyone else. At My Life My Way SDS, we support individuals in building meaningful connections, exploring local resources, and engaging in inclusive experiences that reflect their interests and goals. By fostering relationships and promoting visibility, community integration helps break down barriers, reduce isolation, and create a stronger, more accepting society for everyone.
Employment supports are designed to help individuals with developmental disabilities prepare for, obtain, and maintain meaningful jobs in their communities. These supports may include job readiness training, resume building, interview preparation, on-the-job coaching, and workplace accommodations tailored to individual needs. At My Life My Way SDS, we believe that everyone deserves the opportunity to contribute their talents and pursue a career path that aligns with their interests and goals. Our team works closely with individuals, families, and employers to create inclusive employment opportunities that promote independence, self-worth, and long-term success in the workforce.
Community Living Supports help individuals with developmental disabilities live safely, independently, and fully engaged in their homes and neighborhoods. These supports are tailored to each person’s needs and may include assistance with daily living skills, budgeting, meal preparation, transportation, and building social connections. At My Life My Way SDS we focus on empowering individuals to take an active role in their lives while remaining connected to the people, places, and activities that matter most to them. Through respectful, person-centered support, we help create a stable foundation for individuals to thrive within their communities.
Independent Facilitator Services Offered by My Life My Way SDS At My Life My Way, our Independent Facilitator (IF) services are designed to empower participants in the Self-Determination Program by placing their voice, goals, and choices at the center of the planning process. Chosen and directed by the participant, the Independent Facilitator is a trusted support—not involved in providing other services—who helps guide and implement the participant’s Individual Program Plan (IPP). Our Independent Facilitator services may include: Actively participating in the person-centered planning process. Helping the participant identify both immediate and long-term needs, preferences, goals, and objectives. Assisting the participant in making informed decisions about their individual budget. Exploring and developing service options that meet the participant’s goals and accessing community-based supports. Advocating on behalf of the participant throughout the planning process and in securing the necessary services and supports. Participants and families working with My Life My Way SDS can choose to hire or contract with us for Independent Facilitator services. The specific responsibilities will be clearly outlined in the IPP. Participants may also opt to use their regional center service coordinator as their facilitator; however, Independent Facilitator services from My Life My Way SDS do not duplicate the role of the service coordinator. We are here to ensure that each participant’s plan reflects their unique vision, values, and direction—because every life deserves to be lived your way.
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Direct Support Professional (DSP)
At My Life My Way SDS, our Direct Support Professionals are more than caregivers—they are partners in empowerment. Guided by our philosophy of person-centered, strengths-based support, DSPs work alongside individuals with developmental disabilities to promote independence, self-determination, and meaningful community inclusion.
Our DSPs provide compassionate, respectful, and individualized assistance in all areas of daily living, including personal care, meal preparation, transportation, skill development, and community participation. They are trained to recognize and build upon each individual’s unique abilities, encouraging self-reliance while ensuring safety, dignity, and quality of life.
Drawing on our team’s extensive experience in Supported Living Services (SLS) and Independent Living Services (ILS), DSPs collaborate with each person, their family, and their support network to create an environment where goals are not just met—they are exceeded. They foster opportunities for social connection, learning, and recreation, ensuring that every person has the tools and encouragement to live life their way.
Behavior Technician – As Needed
My Life My Way SDS
At My Life My Way SDS, our As-Needed Behavior Technicians (BTs) deliver flexible, person-centered support consistent with California Title 17 regulations, Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) Final Rule standards, and all Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) guidelines. Each BT operates under the clinical supervision of a BCBA or Behavior Specialist, implementing individualized Behavior Support Plans (BSPs) that promote autonomy, skill development, and inclusion for individuals with developmental disabilities.
Implement Evidence-Based Interventions:
Apply teaching strategies and positive behavior-support methods as prescribed by the supervising BCBA, ensuring all procedures comply with BACB ethical codes and DDS guidelines.
Promote Dignity and Choice:
Provide compassionate, person-centered assistance in home, community, and program settings, supporting participants to engage meaningfully in their environments.
Collect and Maintain Accurate Data:
Record objective behavioral data and session notes consistent with Title 17 documentation standards to guide data-driven decisions and treatment fidelity.
Ensure Health, Safety, and Rights Protection:
Uphold all participant rights, confidentiality, and mandated-reporter obligations in accordance with DDS, IRC, and HCBS policy.
Collaborate Within an Interdisciplinary Team:
Partner with the participant, their family, BCBA, and other providers to ensure consistency, transparency, and accountability across all supports.
Because this is an as-needed role, flexibility and adherence to professional standards are essential. Technicians may be called to fill staff absences, provide transitional or short-term supports, or assist with community-integration events. Every interaction reflects our agency’s guiding philosophy:
Walking alongside each person with unwavering support, respect, and encouragement—ensuring every moment contributes to growth, independence, and quality of life.
At My Life My Way SDS, we believe that every individual—regardless of ability—deserves the right to live a life defined by their own choices, dreams, and values. Our philosophy is rooted in the principles of dignity, respect, and self-determination, recognizing that each person holds the inherent power to shape their own future. We are committed to creating opportunities that honor individuality, nurture independence, and promote inclusion in all aspects of community life. We view support as a partnership, where the individual is at the center of all planning and decision-making. By listening deeply, collaborating openly, and adapting to each person’s unique needs and aspirations, we aim to provide services that are not only responsive but empowering. We believe that growth happens when people are supported to take risks, explore possibilities, and engage meaningfully in the world around them. Through compassion, consistency, and a person-centered approach, we strive to walk alongside each individual on their journey—ensuring they are seen, heard, and supported to live their life, their way.
Is to create a world where individuals with developmental disabilities are fully included, respected, and empowered to live self-directed lives of purpose and fulfillment. We strive to be a trusted leader in providing innovative, person-centered supports that remove barriers, expand opportunities, and celebrate the unique strengths of every individual. Through collaboration, advocacy, and community engagement, we envision vibrant, inclusive communities where all people have the freedom to pursue their dreams, contribute their talents, and live their life, their way.
Driven by a deep purpose to empower and uplift, we engage in consistent advocacy—working side-by-side with each individual to help them realize their personal goals, overcome challenges, and celebrate every success along the way. We recognize the profound significance of inclusion, ensuring that every person has the chance to fully participate in the life of their community, build meaningful and lasting relationships, and shape a future that reflects their unique vision and aspirations. At My Life My Way SDS, our commitment runs deeper than service—we walk beside each person as a trusted partner on their journey, offering unwavering support, respect, and encouragement, because every step forward holds the power to change a life.
Helping poors brings peace in your life. lets feel free to help the people who are not having anything except your help
Kindness is the simple yet powerful act of treating others with respect, understanding, and warmth. It creates a ripple effect, inspiring others to spread goodwill and empathy.
Dedicated to consistent effort and focus toward individual goals, even when challenges arise. reflecting a strong sense of responsibility and a willingness to go the extra mile.
Compassion in our ability to connect with the consumers we serve on a deeper level, understanding their struggles and offering support. Motivates us to act with care and in our efforts to assist the developmentally disabled population.