Person-centered planning (PCP) is a method of support for both individuals and systems. Through this process, individuals, families, and communities are strengthened by a focus on respective strengths and needs. Open-mindedness and attention to successful communication are some of the hallmarks of the procedures. These procedures are conducive to creating bridges and eliminating barriers for individuals and families who differ in some way from the normative culture.
To facilitate a group, family, team or organization in thinking together around a given challenge or issue here is an opportunity to experience for real the person-centered, futures planning tool – MAP
This is the second of a series of three Fact Sheets on the Interconnected Systems Framework (ISF) developed through a collaboration between the Pacific Southwest Mental Health Technology Transfer Center (MHTTC) and the OSEP Technical Assistance Center on Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS).
This monograph is about improving the quality of life and outcomes for children and youth, especially those children who are at risk for or experiencing emotional and behavioral challenges.
Person-centered thinking tools are a set of easy-to-use templates that are used to give structure to conversations. Using them is a practical way to capture information that feeds into person-centered planning, as well as to improve understanding, communication and relationships.
Sam Waterston introduces this video documenting Wraparound Milwaukee's community-based system of care which provides comprehensive, highly individualized, family-directed services to youth with emotional and mental health needs and their families. The program is a 2009 winner of the Innovations in American Government Awards.
