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Person-Directed Services
Person-directed services expands the range of choices to consumers to participate in decisions that affect their lives. Person-directed services gives consumers the control over deciding when, where and how they will receive 
services and supports. Consumers selecting person-directed services can choose the staff they wish to hire to provide their service, and the types and amount of support they want to purchase.
Person-directed services requires that consumers have an individual budget. Community mental health can assist the individual in determining their budget.
Who We Are
The WMU Center for Disability Services is administered through the College of Health and Human Services at Western Michigan University. WMU/CDS offers rich educational and clinical training for students in the allied health professions.
Western Michigan University is a tax exempt state university which derives its powers from the Constitution of the State of Michigan.
Who Can Benefit?
Any individual with a disability who would like individual assistance.
How Can We Assist You?
The Center for Disability Services offers an individualized approach to services in the following areas:
- Personal care
- Community living supports
- Skill building
CDS values the right of individuals to make choices affecting their lives by offering:
- To serve as an employer of record for staff that you choose.
- The option to hire CDS to provide direction, supervision and support to the individuals you interview and choose.
- Assistance to locate staff to meet your identified needs.
In all options, the consumer and support team choose the employee, work schedule and services that need to be provided. If you would like to learn more: Please contact: jill.svinicki@wmich.edu
Special Services
The Supports Coordinator can assist you with accessing accredited providers from the Community Mental Health panel or assist you with choosing and hiring your own providers and services.