The DSW provides advocacy, and empowers and assists individuals to advocate for what they need.

  • Helps the individual set goals, make informed choices, and follow-through on responsibilities.
  • Supports the individual to advocate for themselves by encouraging the individual to speak on their own behalf
  • Supports the individual to get needed services, support and resources.
  • Assists the individual get past barriers to get needed services.
  • Tells the individual and his or her family their rights and how they are protected.