Question 1

What is an Independent Facilitator (IF)?  독립 촉진자(IF)란 무엇인가요?

Accepted Answer

An Independent Facilitator (IF) guides you through the Self-Determination Program (SDP) to understand your options, personalize your plan, and navigate through each step so that you can make informed decisions that fit your individual goals and daily life.

독립 촉진자(IF)는 여러분이 자기결정 프로그램(SDP)의 전 과정을 순조롭게 진행할 수 있도록 돕는 역할을 합니다. 저는 여러분이 선택 가능한 옵션들을 명확히 이해하고, 계획을 수립하며, 각 단계를 잘 헤쳐 나갈 수 있도록 지원하여, 여러분이 자신의 목표와 일상생활에 맞는 현명한 결정을 내릴 수 있도록 돕습니다.

Question 2

When should I involve an Independent Facilitator? 독립 촉진자(IF)의 도움은 언제 요청해야 할까요?

Accepted Answer

You can work with an Independent Facilitator (IF) at any stage such as when you’re just learning about SDP, building your first plan, or adjusting services after you’ve already started. Many families find it especially helpful to have support early in the process to avoid confusion and delays.

독립 촉진자 (IF) 와는 언제든지 함께 일할 수 있습니다. SDP에 대해 막 알아가기 시작한 시점부터 첫 계획을 세울 때, 또는 이미 프로그램을 시작한 후 서비스를 변경하고 싶을 때도 도움을 받으실 수 있습니다. 다만, 많은 가족들이 과정이 지연되거나 혼란스러워지는 것을 방지하기 위해 초기 단계부터 전문가의 도움을 받는 것을 추천합니다.

Question 3

Can IF attend meetings with my Regional Center? 독립 촉진자는 리저널 센터와의 미팅에 함께 참석해 주실 수 있나요?

Accepted Answer

Yes. I can help you prepare meetings when appropriate, and attend the conference with you to support, organize, and advocate on behalf of you to communicate with the organization.

네, 가능합니다. 미팅 전에 충분한 준비를 하실 수 있도록 도울 뿐만 아니라, 상황에 따라 자리에 함께 참석하여 가족 여러분이 편안하게 소통하시도록 돕고, 필요한 내용들을 정리하며 여러분의 입장을 명확히 대변해 드립니다.

Question 4

Can you attend IEP meetings as well? 독립 촉진자는 IEP 미팅에도 참석하시나요?

Accepted Answer

Yes. I can support you for the preparation process and attending IEP meetings, helping you understand your options, clearly communicating your concerns, and advocating for appropriate needs.

그렇습니다.  IEP 미팅을 준비하고 참석하는 과정을 지원합니다. 선택 가능한 대안들을 명확히 이해하고, 부모님의 우려 사항을 잘 전달하며, 적절한 지원이 이루어질 수 있도록 곁에서 적극적으로 대변(Advocate)해 드립니다.

Question 5

What is Person-Centered Planning (PCP)? 개인 중심 계획(PCP)이란 무엇인가요?

Accepted Answer

Person-Centered Planning (PCP) is an individualized process used in SDP to identify your personal goals, preferences, and needs. It helps you create a plan that reflects what matters the most to you to guide and design your own service plan.

PCP는 자기결정 프로그램(SDP) 내에서 참여자의 목표, 선호도, 그리고 필요 사항을 파악하기 위해 진행되는 과정입니다. 이는 참여자에게 가장 중요한 가치들을 반영하고, 향후 서비스와 지원이 어떻게 설계되어야 하는지 명확한 방향을 제시하는 계획을 수립하는 데 도움을 줍니다.

Question 6

What is a Spending Plan? 지출 계획(Spending Plan)이란 무엇인가요?

Accepted Answer

A Spending Plan outlines your SDP budget to support your goals. We develop a plan that is practical, organized, and aligned with your individual needs and approved services.

지출 계획은 참여자의 목표를 지원하기 위해 SDP 예산을 어떻게 사용할지 구체적으로 정리한 계획표입니다. 저는 이 계획이 실현 가능하고 체계적이며, 참여자의 필요와 승인된 서비스에 완벽히 부합하도록 수립하는 전 과정을 돕습니다.

Question 7

Do you help with ongoing support after enrollment? SDP 등록 이후에도 계속 도움을 받을 수 있나요?

Accepted Answer

Yes. I continue to support you after enrollment with:

• Service coordination

• Provider selection

• Budget tracking

• Reviewing monthly spending reports

• Annual renewal process

네. 등록이 완료된 후에도 다음과 같은 영역에서 지속적인 지원을 제공합니다:

• 서비스 조율

• 서비스 제공자 선택

•  예산 사용 내역 추적 및 관리

•  월별 지출 보고서 검토

• 연간 갱신(Annual Renewal) 절차 지원

Question 8

Do you only work with Korean-speaking families? 한국어권 가족들만 지원하시나요?

Accepted Answer

Do you work only with Korean-speaking families?
I work for both Korean- and English-speaking families, but with a specialty in supporting Korean-speaking families who may benefit from culturally responsive guidance and communication.

저는 한국어권 및 영어권 가족 모두를 지원합니다. 하지만 언어적인 편안함과 우리 문화에 맞는 세심한 소통 및 가이드가 필요하신 한국어권 가족들을 돕는 일에 특별한 사명감과 전문성을 가지고 있습니다.

Question 9

What areas do you serve? 서비스 제공 지역은 어디인가요?

Accepted Answer

The service area includes Pasadena, Los Angeles, Burbank, La Crescenta, Arcadia, and surrounding areas. Virtual support is also provided based on requests.

패서디나(Pasadena), 로스앤젤레스(Los Angeles), 버뱅크 (Burbank), 라크라 센타 (La Crescenta),  아케디아 (Arcadia) 및 인근 지역에 거주하는 가족들을 주로 지원하며, 가족의 상황과 필요에 따라 원격(Virtual) 지원 서비스도 함께 제공하고 있습니다.

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What is an Independent Facilitator (IF)? 독립 촉진자(IF)란 무엇인가요?