Charting the LifeCourse is a framework and set of tools that can help everyone plan for a good life. Arkansas Support Network is using this approach to enhance their services and improve the quality of life for the people they support.
The Charting the LifeCourse framework was created by families and individuals with disabilities to help people develop a vision for a good life. It provides tools that allow people to think about what they need to know and do, identify supports, and discover what it takes to live the life they want. By using these tools, individuals and families can articulate their vision and work towards achieving it. The framework also encourages a focus on all areas of life, not just health and safety, such as relationships, employment, and community involvement.
Charting the LifeCourse benefits the people supported by Arkansas Support Network in several ways:
It empowers individuals and families to take an active role in planning and decision-making about their lives.
The tools help people identify their strengths, needs, and aspirations, and develop steps to reach their vision.
It encourages the use of a wide range of supports, including relationships, technology, and community resources, not just paid services.
This comprehensive approach leads to more personalized, flexible, and effective support tailored to each person's unique needs and goals.
You can learn more about Charting the LifeCourse at www.lifecoursetools.com.