Generally, a Self-Determination Program (SDP) participant purchases the services needed to implement their Individual Program Plan (IPP) with their individual budget funds. In some cases, however, some people may require additional services and supports outside of what is funded by the individual budget to meet the participant’s IPP needs and support the key principles of the SDP. The following costs are excluded from the calculation of the individual budget, and expenses associated with these services shall not count against the individual budget once a consumer has transitioned to the SDP:

• Costs for insurance co-payments, deductibles, or co-insurance.
• Competitive Integrated Employment (CIE) Incentives.
• Paid Internship Program (PIP) payments.
• Rental payments consistent with Welfare and Institutions Code section 4689(i).
• SSI and/or SSP payments.
• The cost of the Financial Management Services (FMS) provider.
• Coordinated Family Supports (CFS).