LifeCourse Library

Foundational Tools

Discover tools for planning, problem-solving, and getting to your good life!

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Whether you are new to Charting the LifeCourse framework and tools, or more experienced, you are in the right place! In the Foundational Tools section of the website, you will find a core set of practical tools you can use for planning, problem-solving, or just thinking about what you want and don’t want now or in the future! There are tools for any person to use, either on their own or with people who support or care about them. There are tools for families to use to think about a good life for their family members as well.

And when you are ready, there are other tools to explore in the LifeCourse library!

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Person Centered Tools

These tools can help anyone who is planning, problem solving, or working on a goal. Use them to express your hopes, dreams, and vision for your good life, as well as think about and plan for supports you will need to get there.

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Family Perspective Tools

Family Perspective tools can help guide conversations when planning, problem solving, or working on goals with family members. They enable families to share information, their own unique perspective, and their opinions.

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