How Self-Directed Budgeting Works
Self-directed budgeting puts you in charge of your resources and how they’re used. Here’s what it includes:
A Budget Built Around You
Your approved self-directed budget is designed to match your individual needs and goals.
Select Your Support Model
Hire your own employees or select the service vendors you prefer.
Set Up Payroll
Choose whether you’re a sole employer or bill payer, depending upon the level of assistance that fits your needs.
Guidance When You Need It
Mains’l manages the financial details so you can focus on what matters most.
Getting Started with a Self-Directed Budget
It has never been easier to set up and manage your self-directed budget.
Outline what you need, your goals, and what you hope to achieve.
List out the supports and vendors that move your plan forward.
Work with our team to hire and onboard employees or vendors, and file required forms.
Check budget dashboards and regular reports to stay on track, updating services or rebalance funds any time.
California FMS Resources
Are you already enrolled in our FMS? Find timesheets, payroll calendars, FAQs, and program forms in one place.
