NY Self-Direction Brokerage

Plain-Language Support for Families

Specialized guidance for New York parents navigating OPWDD self-direction, autism diagnoses, nonverbal care needs, and school-to-adult service transitions.

Lived Experience

Built for Complex Care Needs

Navigating state funding for nonverbal autistic children requires more than administrative filing. It demands practical knowledge of sensory equipment, individual community support, and budget lines tailored to real home routines.

Whether your young adult is approaching school exit age or your family needs clear direction through initial eligibility, every budget is constructed around daily life.

Readiness Indicators

Is Self-Direction Right for You?

Active OPWDD Eligibility

Desire for Personal Control

Transition & Adult Planning

Your family member has confirmed OPWDD eligibility or is currently completing the front door intake process in New York State.

You want to select your own staff, custom goods, and community classes rather than relying on traditional agency-managed programs.

Your child is aging out of school-based services or seeking individualized support for independent living and daily enrichment.

Parent Voices

Relief After Years of Confusion

Margarethe translated confusing state documents into clear budget line items for our nonverbal son without any agency jargon.

Elena K., Queens Mother

Having a broker who actually raises an autistic child changed everything for us. She understood our daily reality immediately.

David M., Westchester Father

Discuss Your Family's Plan

Virtual and kitchen-table consultations available for families across New York State.