Common Vision for Real Transformation
Principle and Direction # 1
Independent planning and facilitation is available for individuals and families, and is separate from direct service provision.
Independent facilitation/planning support that is valued and funded by the government.
The freedom to choose our independent facilitator.
Independent facilitation/planning support that includes: deep listening, resourcefulness, and a plan that works for the person.
Independent facilitators who are trained in value based facilitation and planning, are accountable to the person and his/her family and network, can balance the voice of the person with family input, and recognizes and works with support circles/networks.
Many people and families need facilitation support to build their capacity and to develop meaningful life plans.
A third party who is not connected to services can ensure that planning will be broad, empowering, and community focused.
Independent planning and facilitation creates a balance of power and knowledge, and ensures that individuals are heard.
It helps people to develop networks, increase their community connections, and expand their relationships.
SSAH has very limited infrastructure and that has caused difficulties.
Independent planning and facilitation over time identifies strengths and issues in the community that can be addressed through community development.
Develop guiding principles for independent planning and facilitation.
Insure that good quality value based planning/facilitation is available in all regions of Ontario.
Locate facilitators in non-direct service locations, not in Access Centres or with advocacy groups.
Base principles and directions on current research and practice in Ontario and elsewhere.
Collaborate with people who have experience with values and principles of independent planning and facilitation, and support them to train facilitators.