v The right to individual dignity - respect, freedom of
movement, freedom from neglect or abuse, a humane
environment, privacy.
v The right to quality treatment and rehabilitation in the
least restrictive setting.
v The right to receive services regardless of the ability to
pay.
v The right to give, refuse, or retract express and
informed consent to mental health treatment.
v The right the communicate - mail, telephone and
visitors.
v The right to social relationships - exercise, recreation
and social contact.
v The right to file a petition with the court questioning the
cause of determination and requesting release.
v The right to participate in treatment and discharge
planning.
v The right to be informed regarding patient rights and
reasonable access to personal records.
v And other constitutional and legal rights, such as:
confidentiality, representation, reporting grievances,
voting, religious worship, work choice and compensation.
