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This resource has posters, fact sheets and videos to help you use Supported decision making is when you make your own choices with help from people you trust. These people help you understand information and think about what might happen. Then you decide what you want to do..
Supported decision making means that you get help in choosing what to do. But you are the one who chooses, not your carers or supporters.
The resource says there are 5 easy steps to supported decision making.
- Explore the decision – think about the decision. What do you want to do, and why?
- Involve the right people – get support to make decisions from people you trust.
- Think about options and consequences – look at your options and think about any risks.
- Make the decision real – put your plan in motion and make it happen!
- Reflect on what happened – look back on your decision. Think about how it went, and what you learnt from it.
Remember, you have the right to make choices about your health. You are the person living your life!
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