State Self-Determination Advisory Committee (SSDAC)

Per statute, “The State Council on Developmental Disabilities shall form a volunteer committee, to be known as the Statewide Self-Determination Advisory Committee, comprised of the chairs of the 21 local advisory committees or their designees.

The council shall convene the Statewide Self-Determination Advisory Committee twice annually, or more frequently in the sole discretion of the council. The Statewide Self-Determination Advisory Committee shall meet by teleconference or other means established by the council, to identify self-determination best practices, effective consumer and family training materials, implementation concerns, systemic issues, ways to enhance the program, and recommendations regarding the most effective method for participants to learn of individuals who are available to provide services and supports.

The council shall synthesize information received from the Statewide Self-Determination Advisory Committee, local advisory committees, and other sources, shall share the information with consumers, families, regional centers, and the department, and shall make recommendations, as appropriate, to increase the program’s effectiveness in furthering the principles of self-determination.”