Supported Decision-Making (SDM) (for Minors)

Supported Decision-Making (SDM) (for Minors) What is it? Supported decision-making (SDM) applies to all types of decision-making. SDM supports people to understand and make decisions about their lives. A youth using SDM selects trusted advisors such as family members,...

Guardianship

Guardianship What is it? Parents are legally responsible for all decisions for their children until the child turns 18. A court can appoint a person to be a child’s guardian. What does Tennessee law say? Guardianship is defined in Tennessee Code Annotated Title 34...