Self Determination Program · SDP code 320
Personal Attendant Services.
Through California's Self Determination Program, a support professional provides hands on support with daily routines for adults who live with their family, at home and in the community.
One day. Two sides.
Routines get done the participant's way, and the family does not have to carry it all.
Your day, your way.
Support with what you need, in the order and at the pace you prefer, with respect for your privacy and dignity.
Support you can count on.
A consistent person who knows your family member's routine, so the day works even when you are at work or with your other kids.
What it can include.
Morning and evening routines
Personal care and hygiene
Preparing meals and eating
Household tasks and laundry
Medication reminders, per the plan
Appointments and errands
Activities in the community
Clear session notes for the family
What we hear.
“We need help with the daily routine so we can keep working.”
“I want someone to help me without doing everything for me.”
“We want the same person, not someone new every week.”
Clear for the whole team.
Matched to you.
bttr. matches your support professional based on your assessment: your routines, preferences, and the support you need. You meet them before the first session.
You know who is coming.
You know who is coming and when. You receive regular session notes and have one point of contact at bttr.
SDP code 320.
Add Personal Attendant Services to the spending plan under code 320. bttr. can meet with the team to align hours with the person centered plan.
Across California.
bttr. serves SDP participants at every regional center in California, works alongside the participant's team, and follows incident reporting requirements.
Only what is approved.
bttr. bills through the participant's FMS and only what is approved, with session documentation available.
The Independent Facilitator and regional center confirm the final code for each service.
Questions, answered.
What is Personal Attendant Services under SDP code 320?
Personal Attendant Services is provided under SDP service code 320 in California's Self Determination Program. A support professional provides hands on support with daily routines for an adult who lives with their family, at home and in the community.
Can it be paid for through the Self Determination Program?
Yes. When Personal Attendant Services is part of the spending plan, bttr. bills through the participant's FMS, and only what is approved.
What kind of support is included?
Support with daily routines such as getting ready, personal care, meals, household tasks, medication reminders per the plan, and getting to appointments and activities in the community. The exact support follows the participant's assessment and person centered plan.
How is it different from Independent Living Skills?
Independent Living Skills teaches the participant to do tasks with less support over time. Personal Attendant Services provides the hands on support itself, so daily routines get done the way the participant prefers.
How is it different from Supported Living Services?
Supported Living Services is for adults who live in a home they own, rent, or lease. Personal Attendant Services is for adults who live with their family.
Who provides the service?
A consistent support professional matched by bttr. based on the participant's assessment, so every match is fully person centered. Every support professional is employed, trained, and supervised by bttr. and introduced before the first session.
Which regional centers does bttr. work with?
bttr. serves Self Determination Program participants at every regional center in California.
What does the family receive after sessions?
Regular session notes, and one point of contact at bttr. for questions or schedule changes.
Can it be combined with other services?
Yes. Many plans combine services such as Independent Living Skills or In Home Respite. bttr. delivers them as one team, with one plan and one point of contact.
How do we start?
Email team@bttrliving.com to schedule a free consultation. Include the participant's name, regional center, and the support you are looking for.
Related services.
Many plans combine services. bttr. delivers them as one team.
Independent Living Skills
Everyday skills learned on real tasks, at home and in the community.
Learn more › SDP code 320Supported Living Services
Ongoing, hands on support for adults who live in their own home.
Learn more › SDP code 310In Home Respite
A trusted support professional at home, for a planned break.
Learn more ›Start with a free consultation.
Email us with the participant's name, regional center, and the support you are looking for.
team@bttrliving.com(510) 709 5809 · 7 days, 9am to 9pm