What is an Individual Support Plan (ISP)?
An Individual Support Plan is called an “ISP” or “the plan”. Everyone has an ISP as a part of their intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) services- both kids and adults.
The purpose of an ISP is to help each person plan how they want to live a good life. Each person’s ISP is different because each person is unique.
A good plan focuses on the things that matter to you. This includes:
- What you want in your life and what you want to avoid
- Your goals, dreams, and what you want to focus on this year
- How you want to be supported and by whom. This might include paid supporters or services.
Want to Learn More?
Watch Module 1: What’s in My Plan This video is designed for people who have an Individual Support Plan (ISP) and their families & friends. It gives an overview of the ISP and the planning process.
Download Oregon ISP Frequently Asked Questions. This document addresses questions frequently asked by people with ISPs and their friends and family. A version in Spanish is also available for download.
Explore the Self-Advocate Guide. This guide was developed by the Oregon Office of Developmental Disabilities Services. Chapter 4 focuses on ISP planning. The guide is available in multiple language and an English language video format.
View sample ISPs. These sample plans will give you an idea about what a completed ISP might look like.
Download the ISP instructional manual. This documents provides detailed, technical information about the ISP. Each section shares “what to expect in your role” for the person whose plan it is.
Do you have another question about the Oregon ISP? Click the button below to reach out to our team.
Tips and Ideas for Planning
Planning meetings and conversations that result in “the plan” or updates to your plan are called ISP meetings. These happen at least annually and anytime a change is needed.
The optional resources below can help you prepare for your planning meeting.
- Download Helpful Tips for ISP Meetings. This document shares several ideas and suggestions for ISP planning meetings. A version in Spanish is also available for download.
- Explore Charting the Life Course Tools for people and for families. These tools were developed by advocates and families to help others plan for the future, problem-solve, make decisions and explore.
- Subscribe to our Pipeline Newsletter. This is where we share tips and ideas related to planning.
Other Helpful Resources
Oregon Consortium of Family Networks OCFN supports families to become healthier family units, stronger advocates for their children and active in their communities.
Oregon Self Advocacy Coalition OSAC is a self-advocacy organization fighting for the rights of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
The Oregon Family to Family Health Information Center OR F2F HIC supports families and caregivers of children with special health needs when navigating complex health care systems.