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

You have the right to live in a safe, healthy, and accessible environment and to secure housing without fear of discrimination.

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

You have the right to live in a safe, healthy, and accessible environment and to secure housing without fear of discrimination.

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. 

Explore the laws and regulations that support your rights

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Access virtual courses on common topics related to life with a disability

Get tools and resources to plan for a good life

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