Which statement best describes 'Control' as a guiding principle?

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Control means the person directs how resources are used to get the services they need. It’s about having authority over the funding and decisions that shape their supports, including who provides services and how the budget is spent.

The statement that best describes this is the one that explicitly says the person has control over Medicaid dollars to obtain services and support. That captures the essence: the individual leads how funds are allocated to meet their goals, rather than funds being spent by someone else on their behalf.

In practice, this can mean the person decides what services to buy, who to hire or hireable staff, and how to allocate a budget within program rules, with support from a broker or fiscal agent as needed to stay compliant. It emphasizes empowerment and directing their own plan, rather than focusing on cost alone, community involvement, or merely bearing responsibility for decisions.