Supports Intensity Scale ^TM  is a tool designed to measure the relative intensity of support each person with developmental disabilities needs to fully participate in community life.  In the NC public system, individuals with CAP-MR/DD choosing to self-direct their services, and individuals with high medical and/or behavioral needs will be prioritized to have a SIS completed.  This initiative in North Carolina has started with seven Local Management Entity pilot sites;  East Carolina Behavioral Health is one of those pilot sites.

The SIS is intended to be used in conjunction with person-centered planning processes to assist planning teams in developing individual support plans that are responsive to the needs and choices of persons with disabilities.

It can be used in combination with other assessment tools, such as the NC SNAP, psychological assessments, risk assessments, etc. to assist individuals receiving services and their support teams in developing person-centered plans that focus on strengths and abilities, not deficits.

More information regarding the SIS can be found at the AAIDD website:  http://www.aaidd.org