Which CPI Guiding Philosophy focuses on maintaining independence, choice, and well-being?

• A. Care
• B. Welfare
• C. Safety
• D. Security

Answer: (B)

The guiding philosophy focused on maintaining independence, choice, and well-being is Welfare. In CPI practice, Welfare centers on the person’s overall well-being and ability to live with as much independence and control as possible, even in challenging moments. It emphasizes supporting autonomy, respecting the person’s choices, and promoting a good quality of life, rather than just avoiding harm or enforcing compliance.

Care is about showing concern and building a supportive relationship, which is important but more about how you interact than about autonomy itself. Safety concentrates on preventing harm in the moment, and Security focuses on protection and risk management for people and property. Welfare uniquely ties together independence, choice, and well-being as its core focus.