# Guidepost 1: Individualize Supports

This section focuses on Guidepost 1: Individualize supports for each person. Community Life Engagement supports should be tailored to the interests and needs of each unique person. Individualization of supports:

* starts with understanding personal preferences, goals, interests, and skills
* emphasizes person-centered planning and discovery, and
* requires creative staffing, intentional grouping, and at times generating additional funding.

Use the sidebar on the left to access an overview of Guidepost 1, two promising practices from providers that illustrate how to implement the Guidepost, and a set of additional resources for further consideration.


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