Making your own choices can help you lead a happier, healthier life. With supported decision-making, you are the decision-maker and you make your own choices. With guardianship, the guardian is the decision-maker and makes all of the final decisions. In this explainer video, you’ll learn about supported decision-making, which allows you to pick the decisions you might need help with, who can help, and how.
For more information about supported decision-making, check out our supported decision-making resources.
Disclaimer: Disability Rights Texas strives to update its materials on an annual basis, and this video is based upon the law at the time it was created. The law changes frequently and is subject to various interpretations by different courts. Future changes in the law may make some information in this video inaccurate.
The video is not intended to and does not replace an attorney’s advice or assistance based on your particular situation.