WHAT IS A SUPPORT BROKER?

• A Person who has a strong commitment to self-directed services.
• Embraces the values of self-determination.
• Works for a person with a disability, chosen by the person and does not have an organizational allegiance.
• Shares a common vision.
• Someone who is a member of the local association of trained support brokers.

• Provide you with a contract for the services that they will provide for you.
• Facilitate planning meetings.
• Work with you to develop and grow a circle of support.
• Help you to create a Person Centered Plan.
• Help interview, manage, train, and supervise your staff.
• Help write a job description.
• Arrange for training of your staff.
• Help expand un-paid resources.
• Help coordinate and navigate local resources.
• Work with you to identify innovative ideas for support in areas such as: housing, employment, hobbies etc.
• Be a member of your team, if you choose.
• Be a link between you and other agencies such as DPW, section 8, payment agents, etc.
• Advocate with you.