Self-Directed Support Toolkit

Welcome to the Self-Directed Support Toolkit, developed by RIPIN to give individuals and families the tools they need to thrive in self-direction.

Whether you’re already enrolled in self-directed support or just getting started, this toolkit will help you build routines, manage support staff, plan meaningful activities, and keep track of everything in one place. Looking for general guidance on how self-directed support works? Start here: RIPIN Self-Directed Support

The cover of the RIPIN Self-Directed Support Toolkit, which includes resources for Rhode Island self-direction

This online resource is designed to support individuals and families in navigating self-direction with clarity and confidence. The toolkit includes practical tools, templates, and guidance across four key domains:

📅 Scheduling – Tools for building and managing weekly routines and support plans.
👋 Activity & Social Planning – Resources to help organize engaging, meaningful, and inclusive activities.
📄 Documentation – Simple and effective ways to track important information, goals, and progress.
✔ Staffing & Recruiting – Templates and tips for finding, hiring, and managing support staff.
➕ More Resources

💡Tip: Click on the headings in blue text to be taken to a link to these sections of the toolkit.

View the Self-Directed Support Toolkit

Built with You, for You

RIPIN appreciates and acknowledges the effort and contributions of our partners and those with lived experience with self-direction, who have informed and inspired this project. We are grateful for your contributions and insight.

This has been made possible by the partnership between the Department of,Behavioral Healthcare, Developmental Disabilities & Hospitals and RIPIN.

Thank you!

Your feedback matters. Whether you have a suggestion, a template, or just an idea, we welcome your input and will carefully consider it as we continue to improve this toolkit to better serve your needs.

📩 Reach out anytime: [email protected]

Let’s build something great—together.

Looking for an overview of self-direction in Rhode Island? Visit our Self-Directed Support page to learn how RIPIN helps families and individuals navigate the process.