Did you know that the Administration on Community Living has supported millions of Americans with disabilities and older Americans live, work, worship, play, and age in place? #ThanksToACL, our communities are richer when everyone is included.

#ThanksToACL, each year, 682,000 people with disabilities are able to live at home and avoid institutional care—thanks to the Administration for Community Living (ACL). 🏠

Safer, more equitable working conditions for people with disabilities? That’s ACL in action. #ThanksToACL

700,000! That’s how many places—public and private—become more accessible every year thanks to ACL. #ThanksToACL

#ThanksToACL, every year, nearly 1 million people with disabilities learn how to advocate for themselves and fight discrimination—with help from ACL. #ThanksToACL

ACL supports people with disabilities and their families through education, support, and advocacy training. #ThanksToACL

Over 1 million students with disabilities are safer in schools every year—thanks to ACL. #ThanksToACL

ACL programs ensure students with disabilities receive the services they need in inclusive school settings. #ThanksToACL

What: 2025 New Mexico Disability Employment Month Awareness Conference When: October 15 9-12:30 pm followed by a hiring event from 1:30-4 pm Where: Berna Facio 3315 Louisiana Blvd. NE Albuquerque, NM 87110 To register: Use the QR code on the flyer or go to bit.ly/4fEd7SM

What is Supported Decision Making? Supported Decision Making is an alternative to guardianship, where a person with a disability relies on the help of trusted “supporters” such as family, friends, and professionals to make and communicate their decisions. SupportedDecisionMakingNM.org

What does a Supporter do? What doesn’t a Supporter do? Here is a list of the do's and don'ts of a Supporter. Supporters help, but decision makers stay in charge! #SupportedDecisionMaking #NewMexico

Who is a Decision Maker? A Decision Maker is the person at the center of Supported Decision Making. They choose: • What decisions they want support with • Who they trust as supporters • How they want support to look Most importantly, they make the final decision every time.

MYTH: Supporters make decisions for the people they help. FACT: Supporters do not make decisions. They explain options, help gather information, and support communication—but the decision always belongs to the Decision Maker. Your life. Your decisions. Your support system.

How does Supported Decision Making work? Learn more and find resources at: SupportedDecisionMakingNM.org

Real support. Real independence. Real decisions. Supported Decision Making helps people move forward with confidence without giving up control. Explore SDM in New Mexico. SupportedDecisionMakingNM.org

FAQ: Who Can Be a Supporter?

Supported Decision Making keeps decision-makers in control. Learn more and find resources at: SupportedDecisionMakingNM.org