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Independent Facilitator · California Regional Center

Hire an Independent Facilitator
No Out-of-Pocket Cost

Your SDP budget covers everything. We handle the PCP, Spending Plan,
hiring staff, and finding services — in your language.

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Paid by your Regional Center budget — zero cost to your family
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✓ San Diego RC approved vendor
✓ 25+ families served
✓ 7+ years experience
✓ Português · Español · English
What We Do

We Guide You Through Everything

We orient and handle all of this for your family — at zero out-of-pocket cost.

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Person-Centered Plan (PCP)

We create your personalized PCP aligned with your participant's goals.

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Spending Plan

We build and manage your SDP Spending Plan so every dollar works for your family.

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Hire Staff & Caregivers

We help recruit and hire the right support workers for your participant.

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Find the Right Services

We connect you with qualified providers and therapists.

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All Paperwork & Compliance

We handle every form and filing — you focus on your family.

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Regional Center Advocacy

We attend meetings and advocate for your rights at every RC interaction.

Simple Process

Getting Started is Simple

From your first call to full support — every step handled for you.

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Free Consultation

We meet to understand your participant's needs and goals. No pressure.

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SDP Enrollment

We guide you through every step of enrolling with your Regional Center.

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PCP & Spending Plan

We create your Person-Centered Plan and Spending Plan together.

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Ongoing Support

Staff hiring, service coordination, budget tracking — we stay with you.

Family Stories

What Families Say About SDP Easy

★★★★★
"Before working with SDP Easy, the SDP felt completely overwhelming. They explained every step, attended every meeting, and helped us build a plan that truly fits our son's life."
Maria
San Diego · Participant family
★★★★★
"We struggled finding staff for months. After SDP Easy, we had someone helping our daughter in less than a week. I couldn't believe how fast they made it happen."
Ana
Los Angeles · Participant mother
★★★★★
"We had no idea how to use our budget. SDP Easy took over all the paperwork and helped us get the most out of our son's Spending Plan. We couldn't have done this without them."
Carlos
Chula Vista · Parents
Independent Facilitator — SDP Easy
Independent Facilitator
SDP Specialist · San Diego RC Vendor
  • RBT Trained — Applied Behavior Analysis
  • 7+ years with developmental disabilities
  • MBA Studies — Business administration
  • Certified Independent Facilitator
  • Approved vendor · San Diego RC
  • Português · Español · English
About Us

Passionate About Empowering Participants & Families

With over seven years of hands-on experience supporting individuals with developmental disabilities, we bring behavioral science training, business acumen, and genuine personal commitment to every family we serve.

Our RBT training gives deep insight into each participant's needs. Combined with MBA studies, we approach facilitation with both compassion and strategic clarity — helping families navigate a system that can feel overwhelming.

We believe every individual deserves to live a life defined by their own choices. As your Independent Facilitator, we work for you — not the Regional Center.

Behavioral Science

RBT training enables us to understand participant needs and design compassionate strategies.

Business Strategy

MBA studies inform Spending Plan management, provider negotiations, and service coordination.

Multilingual Support

Fluent in Português, Español, and English — so families always communicate comfortably.

SDP Compliance

Deep knowledge of California regulations keeps your PCP and budget always on track.

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know before we connect.

No — zero out-of-pocket cost to your family. Independent Facilitator services are funded through your SDP individual budget. The Regional Center covers the cost as part of your program allocation.
Yes! We offer full support in Portuguese (Português), Spanish (Español), and English. All meetings, communications, and documents can be handled in your preferred language — no barriers.
The Person-Centered Plan (PCP) is a comprehensive document that captures your participant's vision, goals, desired outcomes, and the services and supports they need. We develop it together with your family and submit it to the Regional Center for approval.
The Spending Plan details exactly how your SDP individual budget will be used — which providers you'll hire, what services you'll fund, and how much each will cost. We build and manage it for you, keeping it compliant with program rules.
Absolutely. We help you recruit, screen, and hire the right people — from daily caregivers to therapists and behavior specialists. We also handle all the hiring paperwork to bring them on legally and compliantly.
The SDP is available to Regional Center consumers in California aged 3+ with a qualifying developmental disability. Enrollment is voluntary. We can assess eligibility and guide you through every step of enrollment during your free consultation.
We can schedule a consultation within 48 hours. If already enrolled in SDP, services can begin almost immediately. If new to SDP, we'll guide you through every step of the enrollment process.
SDP Resources

Learn About the SDP

What Is an Independent Facilitator?
Understanding the IF role in California's SDP
SDP Basics ▾

The Role of an Independent Facilitator

An Independent Facilitator (IF) is a professional chosen by the participant or family to help manage the Self-Determination Program. The IF works exclusively for the participant — not the system.

💡 You choose your IF. They are accountable to you, not the Regional Center.
  • Developing the Person-Centered Plan (PCP)
  • Building and managing the Spending Plan
  • Hiring and onboarding staff and providers
  • Attending ISP and SDP meetings as your advocate
  • Daily communication in your preferred language
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SDP Enrollment: Step-by-Step Guide
From eligibility to your first Spending Plan
Guide ▾

How to Enroll in the Self-Determination Program

  • Step 1: Express interest to your RC service coordinator
  • Step 2: Attend an SDP orientation session
  • Step 3: Choose your Independent Facilitator
  • Step 4: Develop your PCP with your IF
  • Step 5: Get your Spending Plan approved
  • Step 6: Start directing your own services
💡 The process typically takes 2–4 months. Your IF handles most of the complexity.
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How to Maximize Your SDP Spending Plan
Smart strategies for your individual budget
Budget Tips ▾

Making the Most of Your SDP Budget

  • Prioritize goals: Start with services most aligned to your participant's core goals
  • Hire directly: You can hire self-employed providers at better rates than agencies
  • Plan ahead: Budget spending across the full fiscal year to avoid gaps
  • Track everything: Your IF maintains compliance and all documentation
💡 Unused budget may not roll over. Plan carefully with your IF.
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SDP vs. Traditional RC Services
Understanding your options as a RC consumer
SDP Basics ▾

What Changes with Self-Determination

  • Choice: You select providers instead of being assigned them
  • Flexibility: Fund services traditional RC doesn't cover
  • Control: You manage the Spending Plan with IF support
  • Advocacy: Your IF fights for your rights — not the system

You can return to traditional services at any time if SDP isn't the right fit.

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