Your Rights
Here at PCS, we are committed to making sure those we support and partner with are aware of the rights of individuals with developmental disabilities and their families.
Your rights organized by topic below. Each topic includes a basic description of that right, along with a link to a page with more information, related legislation, and resources that can help.
Civil & Human Rights
You have the right to pursue your own version of the American dream and live a life free of discrimination, exploitation, abuse & neglect, and oppression.
Home & Community-Based Services
You not only have the right to receive support in the least restrictive environment but also to have input on and direct your own services.
Supported Decision-Making
You have the right to make your own decisions with the support you need to make good choices.
Employment
You have the right to receive accommodations to help you work and pursue a career without discrimination.
Education
You have the right to a free and appropriate education in the least segregated environment.
Housing
Healthcare
You have the right to choose healthcare providers, receive life-saving medical treatment, and have privacy regarding your medical care.
Advocacy
You have the right to challenge what isn’t fair, what isn’t working, or what could be better.
Civil & Human Rights
You have the right to pursue your own version of the American dream and live a life free of discrimination, exploitation, abuse & neglect, and oppression.
Home & Community-Based Services
You not only have the right to receive support in the least restrictive environment but also to have input on and direct your own services.
Supported Decision-Making
You have the right to make your own decisions with the support you need to make good choices.
Employment
You have the right to receive accommodations to help you work and pursue a career without discrimination.
Education
You have the right to a free and appropriate education in the least segregated environment.
Housing
Healthcare
You have the right to choose healthcare providers, receive life-saving medical treatment, and have privacy regarding your medical care.
Advocacy
You have the right to challenge what isn’t fair, what isn’t working, or what could be better.
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