Life Vision Planning is a person‐centered approach to thinking about the future. It focuses on what makes life meaningful for the person at the center and supports families to create thoughtful, practical plans that reflect their values, relationships, and goals.
It starts with listening — not with services, funding, or systems.
Life Vision Planning may be helpful if you are: - Supporting a child, youth, or adult with a disability - Thinking about transitions (school, adulthood, housing, aging) - Feeling uncertain about the future and wanting space to think - Looking for planning support that is independent and person‐centered It is for people and families who want time, respect, and clarity — not pressure.
Both.
Whenever possible, the person is at the centre of the planning process. Family members and other trusted people are often part of the conversation as well.
How this looks depends on the person’s communication style, preferences, and needs. There is no single “right way.”
Life Vision Planning is grounded in the principles of person‐centered planning, but it is not a rigid model or template. Rather than following a prescribed format, the process is shaped around the person and family — their pace, questions, and circumstances.
Do I need to be in crisis to work with an Independent Facilitator?
No. Many families reach out because they want to plan ahead, reduce stress, and feel more confident about the future. Independent Facilitation is often most helpful before things feel urgent.
Is my child too young to start planning?
No. There is no “right” age. Planning can begin at any stage and change as your child grows.
There is no set timeline. Some people want support with a specific question or transition. Others are looking for a deeper, longer‐term planning process. Planning moves at a pace that feels manageable and respectful. It can pause, change direction, or be revisited over time.
Plans vary.
They may include: - A written life vision - Identified goals or priorities - Ideas for supports, relationships, and community connections - Next steps or areas to explore .
A good plan is not fixed. It is something you can return to and adapt as life changes.
No.
Life Vision Planning is independent. We do not provide direct support services or make funding decisions. This independence allows the planning process to remain focused on the person’s best interests, rather than on specific programs or agencies.
Planning does not guarantee funding or access to services. However, a clear, person‐centered plan can help families:
Clarify priorities
Communicate needs more effectively
Make informed decisions
Advocate with greater confidence
That is very common.
You do not need to have clear goals or answers to begin. Planning often starts with uncertainty.
Part of the process is creating space to think, reflect, and explore — without pressure to decide too quickly.
Getting started begins with a conversation.
A first conversation is an opportunity to ask questions., share what is on your mind and explore whether this feels like a good fit
There is no obligation to continue.