Choice/Self-Determination
- People must have
meaningful inclusion in the decision-making process as to what supports
will be provided, and their wishes/choices must direct the planning
process
Rights/Dignity
- All people with a
developmental disability must be respected for their human worth
and dignity, and be ensured the same rights and responsibilities
of other community members
Equal
Access to Service
- People should have equal access to services
based upon needs.
Freedom
from Abuse and Neglect
- People need to be safe both within and
outside the service delivery system.
Enhanced
and Strengthened Natural/Informal Supports
- Families and social networks of those with
disabilities need to be supported and respected. People with disabilities
should not become disconnected from family, friends and community
as a result of their disability. Loving families and caring social
networks are the important factors in ensuring healthy, well adjusted
and community connected people with developmental disabilities.
Collaboration
- Collaboration between
agencies, unions and ministries are key factors in realizing the
service principles of Making Services Work for People of improved
access, coordinated services and best use of resources.
Accountability
- The Central East
Regional Office expects transfer payment agencies to utilize allocated
funds to provide services effectively and efficiently within the
values and principles that it has adopted.
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