Personalized, Neurodiversity-Affirming Support Within Your Existing SDP Plan

North Star Families provides neurodiversity-affirming, tailored services for autistic children, teens, and young adults who are already enrolled in California’s Self-Determination Program (SDP) through their Regional Center and have an approved Individualized Person-Centered Plan (IPP/PCP).

We do not provide Regional Center enrollment or case management. Instead, we partner with families to deliver direct services and supports that align with your existing SDP budget and plan.

Our focus is on creating meaningful, relationship-based care that supports growth in confidence, connection, independence, and emotional well-being.

Who This Is For

Our SDP services are appropriate for families who:

• Are already enrolled in the Self-Determination Program (SDP)
• Have an approved IPP/PCP and budget through their Regional Center
• Are looking for flexible, individualized autism support services
• Want neurodiversity-affirming care across home, school, and community settings

What We Support

We work with autistic:

• Children
• Teens and adolescents
• Young adults

We also support related needs such as ADHD, anxiety, emotional regulation differences, social communication challenges, and developmental transitions.

Services Available Through SDP Funding

Therapy & Clinical Consultation

• Neurodiversity-affirming therapy
• Support with anxiety, emotional regulation, and self-esteem
• Family therapy and transition support
• Coordination with your existing Regional Center team and providers

Social Skills, Connection Support & Relationship Development

• Individualized social coaching
• Friendship and communication support
• Peer interaction opportunities
• Community-based social experiences
• Self-advocacy and executive functioning support

Therapeutic Aide & Community-Based Support

• 1:1 support in home, school, and community settings
• Support with routines, transitions, and daily living skills
• Community participation and real-world skill building
• Confidence-building and independence-focused support

Camps & Enrichment Programs

• Social-emotional and therapeutic camps
• School break and summer programming
• Interest-based groups and community outings
• Structured opportunities for social connection

Parent & Family Support

• Parent coaching and reflective consultation
• Autism education and developmental support
• Strengthening family relationships
• Collaboration with existing care teams and schools

Our Approach

We believe autism is a natural variation in human development. Our work is strengths-based and relationship-focused, supporting each person’s growth while honoring their identity and lived experience.

We collaborate closely with families and existing providers to ensure services are aligned with your SDP goals, IPP/PCP, and funding plan.

Why Families Work With Us

Families choose North Star Families for:

• Highly individualized, flexible support plans
• Neurodiversity-affirming, relationship-based care
• Experienced clinicians and therapeutic support staff
• Strong collaboration with existing Regional Center teams and service plans
• Support across home, school, and community environments

Getting Started

If you are already enrolled in the Self-Determination Program and have an approved plan and budget, we would be happy to connect and explore whether our services are a fit for your family’s goals.

Contact North Star Families to learn more about SDP-supported services and schedule a consultation.