Connecticut HB05485 establishes a program to support decision-making for adults, particularly those with disabilities.

Connecticut HB05485 creates a Supported Decision-Making Education and Assistance program within the Department of Aging and Disability Services. This program aims to provide resources and support for adults, especially those with disabilities, who wish to retain decision-making authority with the help of supporters. Supporters assist in understanding decisions and communicating them, but cannot exert undue influence or make decisions on behalf of the decision-maker. The program also facilitates the formation, execution, and termination of supported decision-making agreements.

Connecticut HB05485 establishes a program to support decision-making for adults, particularly those with disabilities.

Connecticut HB05485 creates a Supported Decision-Making Education and Assistance program within the Department of Aging and Disability Services. This program aims to provide resources and support for adults, especially those with disabilities, who wish to retain decision-making authority with the help of supporters. Supporters assist in understanding decisions and communicating them, but cannot exert undue influence or make decisions on behalf of the decision-maker. The program also facilitates the formation, execution, and termination of supported decision-making agreements.