Massachusetts S109 promotes supported decision-making agreements for adults with disabilities as an alternative to guardianship.
Massachusetts S109 aims to enhance the autonomy of adults with disabilities by facilitating supported decision-making agreements. These agreements allow decision-makers to voluntarily enlist supporters to assist in making decisions regarding their affairs. Supporters can help with tasks such as accessing information, communicating decisions, and ensuring the decision-maker's wishes are implemented.
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