Person-centered thinking is a philosophy behind service provision that supports positive control and self-direction of people’s own lives.  DDS’ Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA) is working to implement person-centered thinking through training sessions and other agency wide initiatives. Teaching and supporting the use of person-centered thinking skills means that it is likelier that service plans will be used and acted on, that updating service plans will occur “naturally,” needing less effort and time, and that the person’s ability to lead a fulfilling, independent life is maximized.