SELF DETERMINATION BILL OF RIGHTS

You have the right to be treated fairly and with respect
You have the right not to be put down by words or actions
You have the right to calm yourself down when you are upset before other means are used
You have the right to get help
You have the right to choose an advocate
You have the right to get an education
You have the right to have your IEP or transition plan written and reviewed at a meeting with you
You have the right to choose your job and to receive fair pay
You have the right to decide how to spend or save your money
You have the right to get needed services
You have the right to choose your own doctors and to see the doctors when you want
You have the right to have, receive, or refuse regular therapy services
You have the right to choose where you want to live
Whether you live by yourself, with a roommate, or in a group home, you have the right to privacy and to expect people to knock before entering
You have the right to have your own belongings
You have the right to have a place to be alone
You have the right to choose your friends
You have the right to call and visit family and friends
You have the right to decide what you want to eat
You have the right to date
You have the right to get married
You have the right to have children
You have the right to plan and enjoy fun activities
You have the right to join community groups
You have the right to expect public places to be accessible
You have the right to vote.