Code of Rights
When you access healthcare or disability services in New Zealand, you can rest assured knowing that there's a Code of Rights in place to protect you.
The Code of Health and Disability Services Consumers' Rights, outlines 10 important rights that are there to ensure your well-being.
As a provider of a health service we respect your Rights as outlined in the Code of Health and Disability Services.
The Ten Rights
Right to be treated with respect
Right to freedom from discrimination, coercion, harassment, and exploitation
Right to dignity and independence
Right to services of an appropriate standard
Right to effective communication
Right to be fully informed
Right to make an informed choice and give informed consent
Right to support
Rights in respect to teaching or research
Right to complain
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