May 22, 2026 | News, Recent
Baltimore, Maryland — The Self Directed Advocacy Network (SDAN), an organization that advocates for individuals with developmental disabilities who utilize self-directed services, recognizes the financial challenges facing the State of Maryland, but recent decisions...
May 19, 2026 | Meetings, News, Recent
Two SDAN membership meetings were held virtually on Thursday, May 14, 2026. The topics of the meetings were focused on the national and state trends in self-direction as well as the proposed DDA Waiver Amendment #4. We had two guest speakers. Heather Sachs, Policy and...
Mar 9, 2026 | News, Recent, Uncategorized
For Ed, self-direction comes down to one word – trust. It’s the trust he has in the people who support him, the comfort he finds in his own home, and the peace of mind he carries through his daily life. As Ed got older and his needs evolved, self-direction gave...
Feb 20, 2026 | News, Recent
Benjamin is 27. His younger brother Jacob is 24. Both self-direct their services, and for them, self-direction is the foundation that allows two very different young men to live fuller, healthier lives with the individualized support they need. Benjamin has...
Feb 16, 2026 | News, Recent
Jake’s success depends on trust. And trust depends on long-term, stable direct support staff who are paid fairly enough to stay. Jake is 25 years old. He has Down syndrome and autism, along with health and sensory needs that require close supervision for his safety....
Feb 12, 2026 | News, Recent, Uncategorized
Noah is 24 years old. He is autistic and experiences the world differently, with needs that require consistency and care. He is also deeply social, active, and happiest when he is out in the community, surrounded by familiar faces and meaningful routines. For Noah and...
