New Edition of The Gold Book is Now Available!

The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) has published the latest edition of The Gold Book: Understanding the Office of Developmental Programs almost 10 years since the last edition was printed.

The Gold Book is intended to be a comprehensive guide for families as they enter and navigate the ODP service system. The service system that is supported by ODP is varied and vast. Hence for those new to the system, it can feel overwhelming. The Gold Book is intended to be a guide to the system for individuals and families new to the system or for anyone interested in navigating ODP. This document is also meant to be a resource for Supports Coordinators and anyone who supports an individual with disabilities.

Inside the pages of this book, you can find all the updated and current information regarding the following relevant topics, resources, services and supports:

• The LifeCourse Framework
• The Structure of the Service System
• Programs, Services and Eligibility
• How to Apply for Services
• Self-Direction – Through Participant Directed Services
• Planning
• Choosing a Provider
• Ensuring Life Quality
• Succession Planning

Along with a handful of appendices that will complement the information above to provide a comprehensive and well-rounded understanding of the Office of Developmental Programs.

This latest version of The Gold Book is available online in a free digital version. It has been compiled and related in what we hope is a readable and helpful format, easily accessible to anyone who needs it. Changes will be made to The Gold Book as information and policies are updated so we can ensure the information is kept current and relevant.

The information contained in this publication was gathered from a variety of sources and ODP thanks the individuals, self-advocates, families and professionals that have made this update possible.

The Gold Book can be found on the MyODP website below and the link is entitled “The Gold Book: July 2023.”

Or you can download it by clicking the button below: