The 3 R’s For Self-Determination: Rights, Responsibilities, & Resources
A Student’s Practice Guide
Right #1: The right to be treated fairly and with respect
Right #2: The right not to be put down by words or actions
Right #3: The right to calm yourself
Right #4: The right to get help
Right #5: The right to choose an advocate
Right #6: The right to get an education
Right #7: The right to participate in plan development
Right #8: The right to choose your job and receive fair pay
Right #9: The right to decide how to spend or save your money
Right #10: The right to get needed services
Right #11: The right to choose your own doctors
Right #12: The right to have, receive, or refuse therapy services
Right #13: The right to choose where you want to live
Right #14: The right to privacy
Right #15: The right to have your own belongings
Right #16: The right to have a place to be alone
Right #17: The right to choose your friends
Right #18: The right to call and visit family and friends
Right #19: The right to decide what you want to eat
Right #21: The right to get married
Right #22: The right to have children
Right #23: The right to plan and enjoy activities
Right #24: The right to join community groups
Right #25: The right to expect public places to be accessible
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