Individual Rights

Choice

• Joining in activities
• Food Options
• Selection of General Practitioner
• Where and how to receive treatment

Confidentiality

• Having personal notes stored securely
• Not being spoken about so others can hear

Consultation

• About what type of care the individual would like if it were possible
• Having opinions and views being listened to and taken into consideration

Protection from Harm and Abuse

• Both physically, emotionally and mentally
• Accidently and on purpose

Equal and Fair Treatment

• Being treated for the needs the individual has

Why is it so important to have rights?

To make people feel valued and to raise their self esteem
To empower them
To instil confidence and trust
To feel safe
To have equal access to service and treatments
To have individual needs met

How can service providers make sure individual rights are achieved?

By making sure staff effectively communicate with individuals
By providing up-to-date information
By challenging discriminatory behaviour
By providing information about complaints procedures
By providing advocacy



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